Accountant (Financial Integrity & Strategy)

Norfolk, VA Pay:

Salary-70K-85

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Full-time/ Direct Hire Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives on autonomy and strategic impact The Accountant is more than a record-keeper; you are a critical contributor to our Finance Department. We are looking for a forward-thinking professional to own the integrity of our financial data from transaction through reporting. You will bridge the gap between daily operations and executive-level insight, ensuring our leadership team clearly understands the "why" behind the numbers. Key Responsibilities

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General Ledger Ownership:

Manage the accuracy of the GL, including journal entries, reconciliations, and a disciplined month-end close.

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Financial Reporting:

Prepare and review complex balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements to ensure they are timely and defensible.

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Strategic Analysis:

Analyze costs, revenues, and margins to support forecasting and planning. Proactively identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

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Communication:

Translate operational activity into financial outcomes, explaining variances in plain language to non-finance leaders.

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Process Improvement:

Drive continuous improvement of accounting systems, internal controls, and manual workflows.

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Compliance:

Serve as the lead point of contact for internal/external audits and ensure compliance with GAAP and tax requirements. Requirements

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Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

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Experience:

4+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience (Manufacturing or Regulated Environment experience preferred).

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Technical Skills:

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, Data Analysis) and experience with QuickBooks or Sage.

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Attributes:

High attention to detail, strong critical thinking skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities without sacrificing quality. #IND34