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Position Description Summary

APT Research is hiring an Accounting Manager in Huntsville, AL to manage a variety of accounting activities to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, corporate policies, and external audits. This person will manage the accounts' payable function, payroll function, invoicing and accounts receivable function, program control activities, monthly closing of accounts and preparation of reports in support of the financial statements. 

The Accounting Manager will report to and work closely with the CFO and others in the organization in analysis and reconciliation of accounts and in development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and controls. The ideal candidate possesses team leadership capabilities, solid operational and technical accounting background, and works proactively to drive results. This person is a self-starter, flexible, has a high level of integrity and is action and goal-oriented in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment.

APT is an employee-owned engineering services company specializing in conducting safety analyses for the U.S. Government. APT offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities that match your professional development interest, and excellent benefits including being voted as the best place for working parents. Our employees are owners, each share in the commitment to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative Analysis, Planning, & Test Solutions and services that exceed expectations, build employee pride in ownership, and optimize shareholder value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manages the monthly financial close process, including ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded, preparing journal entries, account balance reconciliations and report preparation.
• Participates in the ongoing development & establishment of accounting policies and procedures and operational strategies including the review and implementation of process and system changes.
• Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices.
• Participate in strategic financial projects including upgrades to Costpoint.
• Ensures compliance with internal control policies.
• Collaborate with external auditors to ensure successful audit results and compliance.
• Interacts at all levels and with budget owners or other stakeholders to produce timely, efficient, and accurate month-end closing and all internal management and financial reporting through annual report.
• Responsible for hierarchy and scalability in chart of accounts and accuracy in the general ledger and financial statements and has ultimate authority over classification and booking of all transactions.
• Analyzes the effects of statutory accounting practices and studies regulations and guidance to ensure correct application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Make recommendations for changes as needed and assure that company policies and procedures are followed and establish proper financial controls and techniques to discover and prevent fraud.
• Assists with compilation of information for preparation of tax returns.
• Prepares employee W-2 statements and other required year end documents.
• Works with CFO to ensure overall coordination of all financial accounting activities through annual report.
• Prepares summary feedback on financial statements variances to budget.
• Actively reviews and advises on financial/accounting processes.
• Participates in preparation of cost estimates and competitive pricing in support of proposal efforts.
• Prepares annual 401K & ESOP census data and ensures compliance with plan documents.

Required Experience/Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required. A Master's degree in accounting (or related discipline) and/or MBA is preferred
• CPA certification
• 9+ years of accounting experience with 2-4 years of previous management experience
• Deltek Costpoint experience is required
• Must have experience resolving and working through complex accounting issues and the ability to execute in a fast paced, high demand environment while balancing multiple priorities.
• Must have the ability to provide excellent customer service with clients, partners, stakeholders, and team members
• Experience administering payroll and understands the Secure 2.0 requirements
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel spreadsheets, and ability to navigate multiple computer systems, applications, and search tools
• Knowledge of small business and commercial loan documentation, strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy, excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills, ability to interact with all levels of the organization, ability to meet or exceed business goals and objectives, while fostering a team atmosphere
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Experience with coordination of staff schedules and establishing timelines for completion of achievable project goals
• Proven experience with process improvement
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask
• Excellent verbal and written communication

Security Clearance Requirement:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Preferred Experience:

• Government contracting experience preferred
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS acquisition and procurement regulations is preferred

Essential Job Functions:

Work Environment:

• Office environment
• Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate, and timely communication, both verbally and written
• Ability to interact professionally with coworkers, management, and customers

Travel Requirements:

• Requires ability to travel domestically (within the U.S.) <15%

Physical Requirements:

• Requires sitting for extended periods of time at a workstation / desk

Other Essential Functions:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgement
• Work attire must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk / hazard to the employee or others

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

APT Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, hr@apt-research.com and/or phone number (256.327.3373) to contact us about your interest in employment with APT Research, Inc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, military status, participation in protected activity (such as requesting job-protected leave, or some covered accommodation), pregnancy, protected veteran status or protected leave status (or use of protected leave), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.