Staff Accountant, US Experience

Career TEAM

. Coordinate, compile, and analyze financial and cost information for the company and supporting grants/contracts.

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • PhilippinesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, and compliance with WIOA guidelines, while effectively managing government contracts and ensuring adherence to GAAP. Strong proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software enhances the ability to support strategic financial planning and reporting.

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Financial AnalysisBudget ManagementGAAP ComplianceMS Excel ProficiencyGovernment Contract Management

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Hard Skills

Financial ModelingCost AnalysisInvoicingBalance Sheet ReconciliationProfit/Loss ReportingProject ForecastingFiscal Management PoliciesAudit SupportPayroll AnalyticsBudget Preparation

Soft Skills

Professional CommunicationDetail-OrientedAnalytical SkillsCritical ThinkingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Accounting SoftwareQuickBooksMS Excel

Industry Keywords

WIOA ComplianceGovernment ContractsFinancial Reporting ProceduresProject Financial ObligationsConfidential Data Handling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate, compile, and analyze financial and cost information for the company and supporting grants/contracts.
Serve as fiscal partner to Executive Directors operating workforce development programs.
Handle invoicing, project financial-status reporting, project forecasts, and financial modeling for strategic planning and analysis.
Establish financial reporting procedures and policies and ensure compliance with Federal WIOA, local, State, and corporate policies.
Ensure timely and economical fulfillment of project financial obligations within WIOA guidelines.
Prepare and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and working capital requirements.
Monitor government contracts and private restricted funding for full financial utilization.
Process employee expenses, vendor project invoices, and program payroll analytics.
Perform month-end closing activities, including balance-sheet reconciliations.
Compile supporting documentation for monthly contract invoices.
Support annual audit deliverables and manage periodic program audit requests.
Oversee and complete the software client invoice process.
Perform other duties and projects as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or another related concentration.
A minimum of 3 years’ experience handling US government contracts is a plus.
Must have demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), be able to reconcile balance sheets and profit/loss reports, as well as implement fiscal management policies and procedures.
Strong proficiency using advanced computer skills in MS Excel and Accounting Software such as Quick Books.
Professional communication skills with a strong command of the English language both verbal and written.
Experience with handling sensitive and confidential data.
Experience with interacting with Executive, Upper Management and 3rd party funding sources.
Must be an initiative-taker, hands-on and able to be flexible with competitive work demands.
Detail-oriented with meticulous organizational, analytical, research and critical thinking skills.
Ability to meet accounting month-end deadlines and work independently in a virtual team environment.
Ability to work well under pressure and complete a high volume of work with speed and accuracy.
Work cooperatively with others and demonstrate courteousness and a high level of professionalism.
Successful completion of a background check, including criminal, prior employment, and education verification.

Benefits

Comp & perks

amazing options for advancement
HMO with an option to add dependents
paid holidays
15 days paid time off, offered on an accrual basis
Opportunities for learning and development in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative culture with a diverse and talented team
Employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check