Staff Accountant (Temporary)

Job Type Temporary Description We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles and practices, as well as excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. QuesTek Innovations LLC is the pioneer and current market leader in Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME), leveraging technologies proven to reduce the development time and cost, and to increase the performance of novel materials. Job Summary Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency, effectiveness, and use of accepted accounting procedures to record transactions. Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards. Prepare adjusting journal entries. Review accounts for discrepancies and reconcile differences. Prepare detailed reports on audit findings. Report to management about asset utilization and audit results, and recommend changes in operations and financial activities. Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, duplicated effort, extravagance, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies. Confer with company officials about financial and regulatory matters. Examine and evaluate financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity. Examine records and interview workers to ensure recording of transactions and compliance with laws and regulations. Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice. Basic Skills Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things. Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems. Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively. Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Requirements Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred). 5+ years of experience in accounting, with a focus on financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit preparation. Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial accounting principles. Proficiency in accounting software (experience with Deltek Costpoint preferred). Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage deadlines. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with team members and management.

Created: 2024-11-05