Accountant

Seeking a results-oriented employee with positive enthusiasm to perform a variety of accounting duties and business analysis within the Electric Boat Accounts Payable team. Job Duties: Prepare and post journal entries Prepare monthly Balance Sheet account reconciliations for accurate liability reporting Reconcile work product by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances Verify vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions Analyze and resolve issues preventing timely invoice payment Calculate and analyze aging of unpaid Invoices Manage and report monthly performance metrics to upper management Analyze invoice activity and workflow for efficiency opportunities Prepare forecast of weekly cash disbursements Lead various Accounts Payable projects Support various internal, external, and government audits Required: Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting Internal Candidates must be from outside of operations (Gildart/Gabriel)  Preferred:  Prior experience working in a large company environment Prior experience working with Oracle based financial applications Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management as well as external agencies Solid accounting knowledge to understand the data flow within accounting systems Excellent organizational and time management skills Understanding and awareness of the importance of adherence to internal controls Strong analytical skills to effectively formulate queries, create reports, and analyze data Ability to extract, compile, and report financial data Possess strong computer system skills with operational dexterity Ability to recognize opportunities for process efficiencies Ability to work as a team player in a fast paced, deadline driven environment Strong attention to detail and accuracy Awareness of fraud prevention best practices