Job Description

Are you an accomplished Accounting professional?

Do you consider yourself a self-starter and a passionate problem solver with an inner curiosity that drives innovation?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a self-motivated and technically savvy Data Quality Accountant who is well-versed in government regulations and accounting standards, is proficient at using large amounts of data to perform and present key financial reviews and recommendations, and can collaboratively perform on cross-functional teams. They will perform various accounting and reconciliation functions, cost monitoring activities, and general ledger maintenance in accordance generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), cost accounting standards (CAS), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).

We are looking for someone with a focus on partnering, who is detail oriented with a continuous eye on improvement and excellent organizational, prioritization and interpersonal skills. Also important to success is maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

As a Data Quality Accountant...

• Your main responsibility will be to conduct consistent in-depth cost accounting data reviews for allowability and allocability. Your technical savviness, attention to detail, and story-telling mentality will come into play as you efficiently connect information across multiple data sources (financial and business), integrate sound business logic, and deliver reporting/visualizations to ensure accurate and consistent application of internal policy and regulatory protocols and proactively identify and address potential financial audit risk areas.
• You will perform treasury management activities, with focused attention on operating accounts and medical benefits trust, to strengthen cash flow, minimize risks, and elevate return on investments, ensuring effective and sustainable financial operations. Your comprehensive understanding of the financial landscape is vital to providing well-educated information needed for thoughtful decision-making in the midst of changing market conditions and evolving business needs.
• You will prepare balance sheet and other account reconciliations and investigate, analyze, and resolve reconciling differences, enabling effective cash management of business operations.
• You will prepare internal and external audit documentation addressing questions about cost allowability, accounting data flow, and accounting records data accuracy. Your inquisitive nature and investment in growth and development will be instrumental in offering ideas to improve information management activities affecting quality controls.
• Using your inspiring interpersonal and communication skills, you will serve as a liaison between accounting, financial planning, APL business teams, and auditors that cultivates productive relationships and information sharing that is instrumental to the successful execution of APL’s financial operations and its missions.
• You will perform other duties as assigned, including the review and posting of journal entries, month-end and year-end close activities, and supporting Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audit requests.

Note: This job summary and listing of duties describes the position and its essential functions at the time of hire and may change over time.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (with a concentration in Accounting)
• Have a minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in general accounting
• Strong competency and proficiency related to general accounting (financial statement presentation, general ledger closings and reporting, audit coordination, etc.) and GAAP, CAS, FAR standards/regulations
• Exhibits a self-starter mentality, shows extraordinary initiative, and analyzes and resolves challenges independently and in a team-based setting
• Has a talent for curating data and developing analytical deliverables
• Demonstrate highly developed analytical and forecasting skills that integrates disparate data across multiple platforms
• Resourceful with problem-solving at a conceptual level in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Shows outstanding attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent at maintaining accuracy while multitasking, extracting data needs, prioritizing assignments, communicating progress, and meeting deadlines
• Exhibits superior interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to form and sustain trusted relationships across all organizational levels and external partners
• Has a strong desire to learn and can easily adapt to changing environments
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook -- sophisticated Excel knowledge expected

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Are a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or have a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) in Accounting
• Has experience in a DoD contracting environment
• Understanding and sound knowledge of APL business systems including Oracle General Ledger, Oracle Projects, and Data Warehouse applications
• Robust understanding of Indirect Cost Submission
• Professional experience with multiple business fields
• Sponsored program administration experience
• Data Visualization experience with emphasis on Power BI

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

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APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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