Staff Accountant
Overview
Lovelace Biomedical is seeking a Staff Accountant. Under general direction and reporting to the Controller, the Staff Accountant is responsible for reporting, coordinating activities, resources, preparation of monthly billing and invoicing in support of projects for the Institute.
The Staff Accountant will work with Scientists and other business units/leaders in the development of proposals, budgets and estimates for completion as well as establish track and monitor project schedules, deliverables and milestones. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for analyzing financials to ensure that project goals are accomplished on time and on budget. Individual will communicate with Sponsors, Scientists, Accounting and Finance personnel on project schedules, project and financial status including estimates to complete and deliverables. The Staff Accountant will also work with Accounting and AR on the tracking and coordination of collection on invoices, and perform all other duties and tasks as required or assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and a minimum of 2-3 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained.
Must have a demonstrated understanding of fundamental professional standards and practices utilizing GAAP and understanding of general ledger reconciliation and analysis. Must have the ability to analyze data and perform adjustments on findings. Working knowledge of GAAP. Strong numeracy and analytical skills. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients and customers. Ability to define problems, collect data, establishes facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions. Must be highly organized and detail-oriented.
Requires professional-level computer skills and very advanced experience with Excel, as well as the ability to learn department-specific computer systems as needed. Costpoint experience preferred.
Must have superior professional-level written and verbal communication skills; a high degree of professionalism and excellent problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability in managing a wide variety of complex tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting multiple deadlines is required. Must have the ability to work independently and as a part of a team as well as the ability to maintain confidential information. Well organized with attention to details. Ability to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force base (KAFB) is required.
Physical Requirements
Work is performed in an office environment. Will operate standard office equipment and will frequently stand, walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, perform repetitive motions and occasionally lift objects that weigh up to 10 pounds. The above is intended to describe the general requirements for the position and should not be interpreted as an exhaustive statement of physical requirements. The Institute will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position.
Salary
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Lovelace Biomedical is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Lovelace Biomedical is on the lookout for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our dynamic team in Albuquerque! If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for numbers, this could be the perfect fit for you. In this role, you'll be working closely with our Controller and collaborating with scientists and various business units to ensure smooth coordination of billing and invoicing for our exciting projects. Your responsibilities will include preparing monthly financial reports, analyzing financial data to ensure our project goals are met on schedule and within budget, and communicating with stakeholders about project statuses. You'll bring your accounting expertise to assist in budget proposals and track deliverables, which will help us maintain our high standards of excellence. Given our range of projects, the ideal candidate will need to juggle multiple tasks efficiently while keeping an organized, detail-oriented approach. If you have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and a few years of experience, along with strong skills in GAAP and Excel, we welcome your application. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration, professional development, and a commitment to excellence!
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