No. Vacancies: 1.00

FLSA: Exempt

Department: 13016.Operations Accounting and Financial Reporting

Location: McLean, VA

Travel %: None

Education: Four-year college degree

Experience: At least 1 year of experience required

Equivalency: Equivalent combination of education & experience not considered

Does this position have direct reports: No

Join an innovative team that is responsible for transforming the customer experience by creating and bringing to market new products and services based upon globalized connectivity without boundaries. We reach beyond the traditional satellite industry and the broader communications landscape. As part of the Intelsat vision, we will define new products with the performance, features, and flexibility required to open new profitable markets, drive new revenue streams and ensure the most reliable and secure communications globally. To accomplish our goal, we are looking for bold thinkers to fill this role and continue our legacy of innovation for decades to come.

You will perform general accounting activities for assigned functions in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) standards. Activities include: prepare journal entries; document and maintain accounting procedures; assist with support of quarterly and year end audits; prepare monthly and quarterly analysis as well as account reconciliations.

You must have the following to be considered for the role:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a major in accounting or finance
  • One or more year(s) of demonstrated accounting experience
  • Familiarity with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), SEC and other accounting and reporting standards
  • Proficiency with computer Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills required
  • Strong motivation, initiative, and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines

The following is considered a plus:

  • CPA certification or CPA candidate

More Details:

  • Support the general accounting process for various functional areas, adhering to a strict monthly accounting close schedule.
  • Prepare journal entries with referenced supporting documentation in accordance with best practices.
  • Conduct account analysis and research to ensure accuracy and understanding of account balances and activity.
  • Prepare various reconciliations, schedules, and reports. Use accounting knowledge to provide correcting entries to management for any reconciling items and works to minimize such discrepancies on a go-forward basis.
  • Prepare audit packages, as assigned.
  • Interact with various levels of staff to obtain information and/or resolve issues for assigned tasks, accounts and/or legal entities.
  • Create and/or maintain process documentation and procedures for assigned tasks.
  • Conduct administrative tasks, as assigned, that require coordination across groups and/or functions.
  • Provide support on special projects as needed.


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