Senior Accountant

Why RTI

RTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world's most critical problems with technical and science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world’s most challenging problems.We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you.

About the Hiring Group

The successful incumbent will join RTI International's Office of CFO.

What You'll Do

Job Summary:

They will be responsible for compiling and analyze financial information, with a focus on project accounting, record transactions and prepare reports with little supervision.

Essential Duties: 

• Compile and analyze financial information, with a focus on project accounting, recording transactions and preparing reports with little supervision.
• Review complex client contracts with a GAAP lens to ensure proper contract setup in accordance with ASC 606 and ASC 958.
• Analyze project portfolio, prepare reports and review financial information.
• Work with Finance Operations and Contracts departments to solve problems and improve processes.
• Perform month-end reconciliations, as needed.
• Assist with annual external audit.
• Prepare account reconciliations and analysis which may include revenue and expense activity reporting utilizing Oracle reporting functionalities.
• Prepare or assist in review of monthly, quarterly and annual financials for review by management.
• Analyze financial statements using high level of GAAP knowledge to apply judgment related to reporting and recording of revenue.
• Assist in troubleshooting problems and serve as a resource for internal customers seeking assistance and advice.
• Communicate with various teams and business personnel throughout the Institute.

What You'll Need

Typical Education & Experience Requirements

Job Requirements are a combination of qualifications and related experience. Judgment of an acceptable equivalent combination, on an individual basis, is the responsibility of Management.

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of experience, Master's degree and 6 years of experience, PhD and 1 year of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills & Abilities

Below are skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties of this job. An addendum that clarifies additional skills and abilities for incumbents in this job may be used in addition to this description.

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, technical staff and internal clients.
• Ability to be resourceful and to take initiative in analyzing situations and applying principles and procedures to assist in the development of solutions to difficult problems.
• Excellent knowledge of Excel, MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Excellent working knowledge of Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP Contracts and Projects Modules
• Knowledge of GAAP and Governmental Accounting practices.
• Ability to effectively prioritize workload, self-manage and complete tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to obtain proper security clearances as required by contracts.
• Demonstration of the RTI Values and Lead Forward behaviors by all employees is critical to the Institute’s success. Behaviors associated with our Values and Lead Forward can been found on RTI Insider and Careers page.

Specialist Skills

• Accounting
• Budgeting
• Financial Record Keeping
• Finance and Accounting Trends
• General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Financial Reporting
• Financial Analysis
• Regulatory Compliance
• Finance and Accounting Platforms

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

EEO & Pay Equity Statements

For San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available here.

RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

For Applicants in Massachusetts Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.

At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance.

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