Accountant Jobs

(Full or Part-time)
Philadelphia, PA and/or Washington, DC Metropolitan Areas

Your Part-Time Controller is seeking experienced full-time and part-time Accountants to perform year-round, high-level “Controller-type” services for the nonprofit community, including weekly and monthly accounting, financial reporting, cash flow planning, budgeting, and analysis. Associates also consult with their clients about accounting and financial "best practices." YPTC’s nonprofit clients do important, meaningful work for society.

Associates at YPTC have the opportunity to use their accounting knowledge, skills, and experience to help their clients achieve their charitable missions. Because the work YPTC’s clients do is beneficial to society, the work YPTC’s Associates do helping them has even greater value – it is meaningful, satisfying, and fulfilling – and it is appreciated by clients and YPTC leadership.

Growing CPA firm seeks permanent full-time or part-time staff accountant with 3-5+ years experience. M-F, 25 flexible hours a week. Must have experince preparing individual, corporate and partnership tax returns. Knowledge of Lacerte a plus. Excellent work environment. Competitive wages.

Accountant Position - Hunt Valley

We’re a growing long-term care company in Hunt Valley. The following accounting opportunity is available:

Staff Accountant: Perform monthly general ledger closing, financial analysis, bank reconciliation, cost reporting, spreadsheet applications and other general accounting duties.

Requirements: B.S. in Accounting/Finance required. Strong computer skills. Experience a plus.

We offer very competitive compensation, outstanding benefits and a generous paid time off plan. Come join our energetic and dynamic team!
EOE

As the third largest cable provider in the nation, Cox Communications, Inc. is noted for its high-capacity, reliable broadband delivery network as well as the company's ability to provide superior customer service. For Cox, it's not about being the biggest; it's about being the best.

The Sr. Accountant is responsible for analyzing financial data to ensure the accurate, timely and proper accounting of Cox Communication's financial statements. The Sr. Accountant maintains a complete and accurate general ledger in accordance with GAAP. Plans, directs, and coordinates ledger maintenance, report preparation, and operating/financial statistics. Develops, recommends, and implements accounting practices throughout CCI to ensure that financial and operating data accurately reflect the condition of the business or unit and provides reliable information necessary to control operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
1-Maintains a complete and accurate general ledger in accordance with GAAP;
2-Prepares various accounting statements and reports;
3-Analyzes financial reports and records, making studies or recommendations regarding the accounting of assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenses;
4-Reconciles accounts using judgment to ensure all account activity is correctly classified;
5-Processes journal entries in accordance with GAAP and CCI's accounting policies;
6-Evaluates current financial and management reporting systems and recommends new practices, procedures and systems to improve operating efficiency and internal controls;
7-May identify, research and assist in the resolution of moderately-complex accounting projects.
8-May also include some financial analysis responsibilities such conducting research and analysis of financial data needed in planning, budgeting, cost control, sales compensation planning, and project control; developing and modifying financial reports for executive management; and assisting in the development and measurement of annual budget and business planning process.

REQUIREMENTS:
1- Requires BS/BA in related discipline.
2 - Requires 3-5 years of experience in related field.
3 ¿ Experience working on process implementation teams and/or through organizational change initiatives desired
4 - CPA certification is a plus.
5 - Experience in the cable industry a plus.
6 - May be responsible for entire projects or functions - including planning, assigning, monitoring, and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, having modest scope/impact or portions of projects having considerable scope/impact to department, area, and, at times, business unit results.
7 - Performs advanced areas of work for the professional field
8 - Identifies key barriers/core problems and applies problem-solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex situations. Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems
9 - Independently performs assignments with instruction limited to results expected.
10 - Determines and develops approach to solutions
11 - Receives technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues
12 - Primary contribution is in applying knowledge (product, industry, professional, technical) rather than managing people. Greater than 50% of time is doing individual contributor work.
13 - Contributes to employees' professional development, but does not have hiring or firing authority

Operating from principles of teamwork, strategy, and commitment, Miller Grossbard & Associates has enjoyed a reputation of highest respect in the Houston area. Our clients compliment us for high quality work and cost efficient service. Being a multi-talented consulting, accounting, and tax firm, Miller Grossbard & Associates provides services to the small and middle-sized client - the privately held, closely-managed business with revenues below $250 million.

Our Firm was named one of Inside Public Accounting's Best of the Best managed firms in the U.S., ranking in the top 25 in 2004, 2006 and 2007; and has been recognized by Inside Public Accounting, a Hudson Sawyer company, as one of the nation's best managed accounting firms. We recognize work/life balance issues and offer several work plans to accommodate our staffs needs.

This is an outstanding opportunity to become involved in the growth of a practice section as part of a team in one of Houston's leading Business Advisory and CPA Firms.

Skills/Requirements
We are looking to add to the Best of the Best! Seeking a Tax Accountant with two to four years experience in preparing corporate, partnership, trusts, and individual returns. Experience in analyzing and reclassifying client data is important. Financial reporting and/or auditing experience a plus. Good communication skills a must. CPA preferred, but will consider CPA candidate. Proficiency in ProSystmefx Engagement a plus.

We offer fantastic opportunities, flexible hours, a great work environment and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Parking is provided.

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

ABOUT THE COMPANY
Hydranautics, founded in 1963, is the leading membrane manufacturing company servicing the water treatment industry. As one of the most respected and experienced firms in the membrane industry, we have attained global recognition for providing innovative, cost-effective solutions for the desalination and separation problems of the world. Our ongoing commitment to the water treatment industry is exemplified by continuously pushing the envelope on membrane performance. Utilizing two R&D centers in the U.S. and Japan, Hydranautics' consistent focus on technology continues to produce the most innovative and effective membrane products for the water treatment industry.

Hydranautics is also the first in its industry to meet the world's highest quality standards with ISO 9001:2000 Quality System certification. Our emphasis is on quality. Our products are currently in use on seven continents throughout the world. Fourteen field sales offices throughout the United States, Europe and Asia support this global business base. Comprehensive customer service and support are available virtually around the clock and around the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the supervision of the Accounting Manager, you will perform a variety of accounting/finance and related duties. You will also be involved in the month-end close, with specific responsibilities, such as journal entry postings, accruals and general ledger/sub ledger account reconciliations. Your duties will also include performing Cash Management/Treasury, AR applications and processes, administration and reporting of Sales/Use Tax, assisting and preparation of financial audits, and assisting with special projects and ad hoc reporting.

Essential functions:

• Prepare general ledger and month-end accruals and journal entries, debit memos, posting of cash receipts, GL account reconciliations, and ad hoc reporting.
• Cash management and bank account reconciliations, including forecasting and analyzing cash flow, coordination of foreign currency purchases, and initiation of foreign/domestic wire transfers using Internet based banking.
• Filing of sales and use tax returns accurately and timely, updating and maintaining tax codes in BPCS, registering and filing sales tax returns for multiple states, and preparing and supporting all requests from Sales and Use Tax audit.
• Reconciling RGA balances, coordinating with Technical Support Department, as well as other departments, to ensure proper recording/process of RGA claims.
• Administration of sales commission program, including calculating monthly accrual and reconciling commission balances, preparing commission payments, resolving and communicating with commissionaires on any discrepancies.
• Assisting with preparation of external financial review, annual/semi-audits and income tax returns.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance and two years experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software BPCS and JD Edwards.
• Ability to identify issues, research, analyze, and find solutions.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Advanced skills in Excel and intermediate working knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Strong ethical standards of conduct.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To learn more about Hydranautics, go to www.membranes.com