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We are recruiting for a Sr. Financial Analyst role, which is based in Hampton, Virginia. The primary function of this role is to drive business improvement and ensure the implementation of business improvement opportunities in the financial sector.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and interpret financial data to support decision-making and track performance progress
• Implement business unit initiatives and ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements
• Conduct forecasting, planning, and analysis to evaluate business results
• Collaborate with management to establish performance measures for quality, productivity, delivery time, inventory optimization, and profitability
• Coordinate the capital appropriation process and conduct post-project reviews
• Ensure adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for internal controls
• Provide support for audits and maintain awareness of legal and local ramifications to decisions and practices
• Prioritize efforts based on market and organizational conditions and manage tension between revenue and costs
• Proactively communicate information about data, forecasting and financials to enable best decisions for individual leaders and the organization
• Utilize skills in cost accounting, account reconciliation, analytical skills, inventory planning & reporting, and financial performance.

• Proven experience as a Sr. Financial Analyst with a minimum of 5 years in the field
• Demonstrated expertise in Cost Accounting
• Strong proficiency in Account Reconciliation
• Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and analyze financial data
• Experience with Inventory Planning & Reporting
• Track record of assessing and improving Financial Performance
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field, MBA preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial software applications
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

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19 results for Cost Accountant in Elizabeth City, NC

Sr. Financial Analyst We are recruiting for a Sr. Financial Analyst role, which is based in Hampton, Virginia. The primary function of this role is to drive business improvement and ensure the implementation of business improvement opportunities in the financial sector. Responsibilities: • Analyze and interpret financial data to support decision-making and track performance progress • Implement business unit initiatives and ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements • Conduct forecasting, planning, and analysis to evaluate business results • Collaborate with management to establish performance measures for quality, productivity, delivery time, inventory optimization, and profitability • Coordinate the capital appropriation process and conduct post-project reviews • Ensure adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for internal controls • Provide support for audits and maintain awareness of legal and local ramifications to decisions and practices • Prioritize efforts based on market and organizational conditions and manage tension between revenue and costs • Proactively communicate information about data, forecasting and financials to enable best decisions for individual leaders and the organization • Utilize skills in cost accounting, account reconciliation, analytical skills, inventory planning & reporting, and financial performance.

accounting analyst We are seeking a cost controller and accounting analyst to join our team in the transport industry based in Norfolk, Virginia. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping the financial success of our organization, with a focus on finance and analysis, cost monitoring, and supporting decision making. Responsibilities • Contribute to periodic financial planning activities, promoting a culture of financial accountability and operational efficiency.• Produce monthly management results, utilizing software for thorough analysis and validation. • Prepare detailed result reports that include variance analysis and actionable recommendations for cost optimization.• Support and challenge business operation decisions using your financial acumen to guide strategic choices and improve performance.• Develop and implement dynamic dashboards/KPIs to track performances versus business plans, supporting strategic decision-making.• Drive efficiency and cost savings initiatives by supporting monthly/quarterly cost monitoring activities, providing valuable insights for resource optimization.• Participate in miscellaneous business control-related duties and projects assigned by management, contributing to the evolution of our financial processes.• Embrace a continuous improvement mindset, actively seeking opportunities to streamline and enhance financial processes.• Leverage your skills in budgeting, forecasting, and activity-based costing to ensure optimal allocation of resources and accurate financial reporting.• Use your expertise in compiling financial data and building complex financial models to deliver accurate and insightful financial reports.

Staff Accountant We are in search of a Staff Accountant to join our team in the Real Estate Property/Facilities Management industry, located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. In this role, you will ensure the accuracy of our general ledger, prepare monthly financial reports, and assist with annual budget preparation. You will also administer leases, reconcile accounts, and record investment activity. Responsibilities:• Prepare and analyze the balance sheet and income statement, including budget variance narratives• Ensure the accuracy of the general ledger and entity records• Prepare and post complex adjusting and closing journal entries in accordance with GAAP• Reconcile and document investment activity and brokerage account transactions• Maintain detailed work papers supporting investment and brokerage account activity for monthly reporting, annual financial reviews, and tax return preparation• Update fixed asset/intangible asset amortization and depreciation schedules• Reconcile and post accounts receivable transactions• Record monthly mortgage payments to lenders• Monitor cash balances and determine the disbursement of funds• Prepare bank and balance sheet account reconciliations• Assist with annual budget preparation for all properties and related entities• Administer leases for assigned properties and entities, ensuring accuracy in setup, renewal, modification, and termination• Calculate CAM estimates and complete the CAM reconciliation process• Prepare miscellaneous reports as needed• Assist with year-end closing, including preparation of financial statements and compliance with regulatory filing and reporting requirements. Interested candidates please contact Tamara Young 757-981-0974

Staff Accountant II We are in the process of adding a Staff Accountant to our team in Virginia Beach, Virginia. As a key player in our financial team, you will be tasked with various accounting duties, including the review of all financial subsystems, the preparation of journal entries, and the reconciliation of assigned records and accounts. Responsibilities• Conduct a thorough review of all financial subsystems to ensure accuracy and consistency• Prepare and analyze general ledger entries to keep track of financial transactions• Balance and reconcile assigned records and accounts to ensure accuracy• Lead the month-end financial reporting process, including the preparation of journal entries and the analysis of general ledger accounts• Review actual vs. budget variances and prepare explanations for these differences• Take the lead in the annual external audit process, including coordinating audits, gathering required information, and preparing requested schedules• Complete complex accounting projects and reports to support the Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis and AR Supervisor• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget process, coordinate with leaders of assigned departments, and make recommendations as needed• Reconcile and adjust various general ledger accounts to ensure accounts tie to supporting schedules• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger to ensure that it is in balance.

Sr. Accountant We are hiring a Sr. Accountant in Virginia Beach, Virginia for a growing organization. This role involves overseeing the accounting for the company's credit agreement, preparing GAAP financial statements, managing corporate allocations to the branches, and working across departments to improve processes and resolve issues related to financial reporting. Responsibilities: • Overseeing the consolidation and intercompany processes• Facilitating the preparation of GAAP financial statements and reports• Ensuring accurate accounting records, general ledger, and subledgers• Managing the company's credit agreement accounting• Handling corporate allocations to the branches• Preparing the statement of Cash Flows on a monthly basis• Conducting monthly balance sheet reconciliations in support of the month-end close process• Assisting in the annual audit with external auditors• Working across departments to improve processes and resolve issues related to financial reporting• Assisting with ad hoc projects and management inquiries. Interested candidates please contact Tamara Young 757-981-0974

Accountant II We are offering an exciting opportunity in the service industry, located in VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia, as an Accountant. The role entails a range of responsibilities, with a focus on Corporate Accounting, Excel Formulas, and Alteryx. Responsibilities: • Manage and maintain accounting practices to ensure accurate financial records• Utilize Excel formulas to organize and analyze financial data• Handle Corporate Accounting tasks, including financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting• Work with the Alteryx platform to streamline and automate accounting processes• Continuously monitor and update customer accounts to ensure accuracy and efficiency • Respond to and resolve customer inquiries related to their accounts• Accurately process customer credit applications in a timely manner• Regularly review and update customer credit records.

Accounting Manager/Supervisor We are in search of an Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our Transport sector team in Norfolk, Virginia. This role will primarily involve directing financial operations and performance, liaising with stakeholders, and driving decisions through reporting. You will also play a key role in enhancing the efficiency of existing operations and defining new operational strategies. Responsibilities • Act as a liaison between finance employees, directors, and Senior Leadership Team, providing regular project updates, proposals, and planning. • In charge of finance-related issues such as collections, accounting, cost and revenue control, and business performance. • Assist with inquiries, develop action plans, and aid in the preparation and dissemination of communications. • Contribute to the development and maintenance of relationships with all employees to enhance the efficiency of operations. • Organize, gather, and communicate Agency Finance information to the Senior Leadership Team and Head Office management. • Collaborate cross-functionally to gather key data and drive projects forward. • Analyze and improve finance processes and KPIs, initiate improvement initiatives, and manage related training needs for the regional finance team. • Manage a project management team of two and drive improvement plans through data analytics and reporting. • Analyze current operational methodologies, propose improvements, identify system errors, and establish quality controls. • Lead core finance projects aimed at maximizing finance performance and process.

Sr. Accountant We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in Norfolk, Virginia, United States. This role involves working in an industry that requires a high level of precision and attention to detail. As a Sr. Accountant, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including account reconciliation and balance sheet management. Responsibilities: • Reconciliation of bank accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness • Handling and resolving credit card information discrepancies through thorough reconciliation • Conducting Suspense account clearing reconciliation and re-posting as necessary • Overseeing Balance Sheet accounts reconciliation for various departments • Preparing and submitting entries to general ledger accounts • Playing a key role in the month-end and year-end close processes • Developing monthly financial statements and reports for management review and decision making • Assisting in the annual budget preparation and coordination • Verifying the accuracy of contracts, orders, and vouchers in line with established policies and procedures • Identifying and reporting any inconsistencies and problems to the management • Conducting necessary communication with internal and external contacts • Collecting data and conducting research on transaction details • Undertaking special projects or other duties as assigned by the management.

Accounting Specialist We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for an Accounting Specialist in Chesapeake, Virginia. As the Accounting Specialist, you will be part of a dynamic team, handling a range of duties from maintaining financial records and processing accounts payable and receivable, to assisting with payroll and preparing various reports. This role plays a critical function within our multi-entity construction business. Responsibilities: • Oversee the maintenance of financial records for numerous entities, ensuring accuracy and appropriate general ledger coding. • Assist in the preparation of recurring and ad hoc financial reports. • Process and manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), ensuring timely and accurate completion. • Handle bi-weekly payroll activities. • Regularly update and manage customer and vendor files. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and balances on a regular basis. • Follow up on clients with outstanding balances to ensure timely payment. • Update and maintain accurate customer credit records. • Use Microsoft Excel, Quickbooks Online, and QuickBooks Desktop for various accounting tasks. • Scan and update files as necessary to ensure all documents are up-to-date and properly filed.

Accounting Specialist We are offering a permanent employment opportunity for an Accounting Specialist at our location in Suffolk, Virginia. Our industry is in the construction sector and we need a detail-oriented individual who can handle full cycle accounts payable, vendor management, and general accounting reconciliations. Responsibilities include: • Managing full cycle accounts payable with accuracy and efficiency • Handling vendor management tasks to ensure smooth operations • Conducting credit card and expense reconciliations to maintain financial accuracy • Processing contract labor to support our workforce • Performing general accounting reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records • Assisting with onboarding new employees and addressing their technical queries • Utilizing skills in Accounting Functions, Accounts Payable (AP), Billing Functions, Vendor Management, and Expense Reconciliation.

Accounting Specialist We are offering a permanent employment opportunity for an Accounting Specialist in Norfolk, Virginia, United States. The selected candidate will play a key role in managing various accounting and administrative tasks, providing essential support to our Controller. The role involves handling accounts payable, payroll, and other general accounting tasks in accordance with GAAP. Responsibilities: • Managing various accounting functions and ensuring they are performed according to GAAP standards • Handling accounts payable operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness • Overseeing accounts receivable and billing functions, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately • Assisting with payroll processing, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time • Utilizing accounting software systems to streamline processes and increase efficiency • Providing administrative and clerical support to aid in the efficient functioning of the organization • Assisting the Controller with various tasks as needed to support the smooth operation of the accounting department.

Controller We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Controller in Hampton, Virginia, United States. This role primarily involves overseeing the financial and tax aspects of our operations, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and acting as a key liaison for both internal and external stakeholders. As the Controller, you will be instrumental in driving process improvements, cost efficiencies, and ensuring the safety and health of your team members. Responsibilities: • Overseeing the financial management of the company, ensuring alignment with strategic interests • Acting as the primary contact for tax, statutory, audit, and financial risk management matters • Coordinating the financing, cash management, and financial risk planning in conjunction with corporate functions • Ensuring compliance with governance and internal control frameworks • Supporting the timely completion of audits for the company • Advising local management on projects and queries related to finance, tax, statutory, and financial risk management activities • Driving process improvements and cost efficiencies related to financial management activities • Allocating costs related to financial management activities to the appropriate business units • Utilizing knowledge of accounting software systems, auditing, budget processes, and financial reporting standards in daily tasks • Ensuring the safety and health of all team members.

Controller Our client, a growing distribution company, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Controller to manage and oversee all financial, accounting, and reporting activities. The Controller will play a key role in the company’s continued growth by ensuring financial integrity, optimizing processes, and providing strategic guidance to leadership. Working closely with operational teams, the Controller will provide insights that drive sound financial decisions to support the organization’s overall success.This is a long term contract opportunityKey Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee and manage the financial operations of the company, including accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management </li><li>Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations and reporting standards</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including Profit and Loss (P& L), Balance Sheet, and Statement of Cash Flows, while ensuring adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).</li><li>Collaborate with senior leadership to evaluate financial performance and support strategic and operational decision-making.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with key stakeholders to establish realistic financial goals that align with the company’s growth trajectory.</li><li>Manage and oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.</li><li>Implement and optimize accounting and financial software systems to drive efficiency and maintain up-to-date records and reports </li><li>Serve as a key liaison for external audits, tax preparation, and other financial reviews.</li><li>Monitor and manage the organization’s cash flow position, identifying opportunities to optimize working capital.</li><li>Assess financial risks and opportunities, providing proactive recommendations to leadership regarding cost control, expense reduction, and revenue growth strategies.</li><li>Supervise and mentor the accounting/finance team, promoting a collaborative and productive work environment.</li></ul>

Tax Director/Manager - Corporate We are in the process of recruiting a Tax Director/Manager - Corporate for our manufacturing operations in SMITHFIELD, Virginia, United States. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for managing the company's Federal and State income tax compliance function, contributing to tax planning initiatives, and assisting with audits. Additionally, you will work closely with our external financial statement auditors and handle ASC 740/FIN 48 matters. Responsibilities • Manage Federal and State income tax compliance function • Assist with Federal and State income tax audits and respond to notices as needed • Contribute to Federal and State income tax planning and project initiatives • Assist with the company’s quarterly and annual effective tax rate calculations for ASC 740 and FIN 48 • Collaborate with external financial statement auditors on ASC 740/FIN 48 matters • Utilize Adobe Acrobat, ATX Tax Software, CCH ProSystem Fx, CCH Sales Tax, and Compliance software in the execution of tax and compliance tasks • Oversee accounting functions and ensure compliance with U.S. and State income tax laws • Conduct auditing and ensure proper documentation of all processes • Supervise, manage, and direct the activities of six to eight direct reports and multiple FTE external consultants on a daily basis • Foster a respectful, approachable, and team-oriented work environment while building strong working relationships.

Accounting Manager We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Accounting Manager in the Real Estate and Property industry, based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States. The role involves overseeing a team of accountants, managing financial transactions, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures. Responsibilities: • Lead and guide a team of accountants, promoting their detail-oriented development. • Ensure timely completion of monthly and mid-month assignments to meet strict deadlines. • Scrutinize and provide insights on revenue, expense, and balance sheet account variances. • Oversee the management of the Fixed Asset system, including capitalization policies, depreciation calculations, and analytics. • Supervise all Debt payments, accruals, lender reporting, analytics, and document compliance. • Handle utilities management, encompassing accruals, payments, and analytics. • Develop a thorough understanding of all financial transactions, systems, and associated industry terms. • Conduct detailed analysis of account activity, balances, and variances. • Ensure compliance in reporting and payment obligations by reviewing agreements and contracts. • Review intercompany balances and ensure accuracy. • Utilize the Workday ERP for preparing and analyzing financial statements, transactions, and account activity. • Become proficient in other systems including Utility websites, Serengeti, Sales Force, and MRI property management. • Evaluate, formulate, and document accounting procedures, policies, and controls. • Support in internal or external audits as required. • Implement process improvements and efficiencies in accounting operations.

Controller We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Controller to join our team in Hampton, Virginia. The Controller will act as a strategic partner to the management team, focusing on maintaining compliance, boosting profitability, and enhancing free cash flow. This role involves directing the operations of Information Systems, Procurement, and Accounting to ensure sufficient manufacturing systems, among other responsibilities. Responsibilities: • Lead the development and implementation of improvement opportunities for the business. • Collaborate with plant leadership to achieve targeted goals in quality, productivity, delivery, cycle time, inventory optimization, and profitability. • Deploy business unit initiatives, analyze and plan business results, and ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements. • Analyze data for informed decision-making and monitor performance progress. • Coordinate the capital appropriation process and conduct post-project reviews. • Supervise a team of finance professionals, fostering a positive and productive work environment. • Manage and implement efficient daily management, forecasting, and budgeting systems, tools, and processes. • Accurately forecast and plan results to meet the expectations of shareholders and stakeholders. • Review financial statements and account reconciliations, taking corrective action as needed. • Provide financial leadership for the evaluation of projects, plans, and investments.

Sr. IT Auditor We are in search of a Sr. IT Auditor to join our team. In the manufacturing industry, this role will be pivotal in conducting IT auditing and maintaining IT control frameworks. The employment opportunity is permanent. Responsibilities: • Conduct regular audits and reviews of IT systems, ensuring all aspects comply with company regulations and standards. • Manage ITGC risk and compliance processes, including SOX audit testing and addressing gaps with control owners. • Maintain an in-depth understanding of business processes, process controls, and risks, effectively applying this knowledge to the IT environment and audit procedures. • Utilize accounting software systems and other tools such as Excel, Word, Microsoft Office, Power BI, and SAP. • Exercise strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to address complex IT issues. • Work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, fostering strong working relationships. • Demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills for effective presentations to peers and management. • Uphold the core values of integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, and competency, promoting an ethical culture within the team. • Handle the architecture of computer systems, including operating systems, networks, databases, and ERP systems, with a particular focus on SAP. • Be prepared to travel as required for the role.

Treasury Analyst/Assistant Treasurer We are in search of a Treasury Analyst/Assistant Treasurer to join our team in SMITHFIELD, Virginia. This role will be part of the manufacturing industry, focusing on the coordination and analysis of various financial aspects, including currency exposures, financing activities, and financial analyses. Responsibilities: • Ensuring accurate and efficient processing of customer credit applications. • Overseeing and maintaining precise customer credit records. • Assisting in the preparation of presentation materials for various stakeholders. • Monitoring customer accounts and implementing necessary actions. • Collaborating with domestic and international teams to prepare periodic departmental reports. • Conducting financial analyses and modelling, including cash flow and interest expense forecasts, capital structure initiatives, and key credit metric analysis. • Providing support for financing activities such as bond issuance, bank loans, and leasing. • Managing currency exposures and assisting with risk management strategies and hedge execution. • Utilizing skills in Microsoft Excel, SAP S/4HANA, Accounting Functions, Account Reconciliation, Analyzing Financial Statements, Auditing, Treasury, Capital Management, Capital Assets, and Hedging Strategies to perform key tasks. • Maintaining high standards of teamwork and collaboration within the team.

Accounts Receivable Supervisor We are offering a permanent employment opportunity in the Non-Profit industry at our Norfolk, Virginia location. As an Accounts Receivable Supervisor, you will oversee our accounts receivable department, ensuring accurate and timely billing and collection of receivables. This position also involves handling federal financial aid, preparing daily deposits, and generating year-end tax reports related to student tuition. Responsibilities: • Supervise the accounts receivable department to ensure efficient operations • Oversee the accurate and prompt billing and collection of receivables • Handle federal financial aid matters as part of receivables • Prepare daily deposit reports to keep track of cash flow • Generate year-end tax reports related to student tuition for regulatory compliance • Develop and maintain effective relationships with the public, partners, and customers • Adapt to changing work environments, work priorities, and organizational needs • Make independent decisions to address and resolve problems • Calculate figures and amounts for financial analysis and decision making • Oversee the reconciliation of accounts to ensure financial accuracy.