Accountant – Financial Compliance

Job Description

Accountant I | RG&T Solutions

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at RG&T Solutions, located in Rockford, IL. RG&T Solutions operates within an environment that necessitates the meticulous handling of sensitive and regulated information, indicative of involvement in sectors such as defense, aerospace, or advanced technology. This Accountant I position is foundational, playing a critical part in upholding the financial integrity and ensuring strict compliance with all necessary regulations, which is paramount for the company’s operations in such a complex and scrutinized industry. The role provides essential support to the broader finance team, contributing directly to the company’s ability to maintain accurate financial health and adhere to legal frameworks.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Rockford, IL
• Mission: Ensure accurate financial records, uphold financial compliance, and support key finance operations within a regulated environment.
• Tech Stack: Financial software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Compliance Management: Be responsible for actively ensuring that all financial processes and records consistently meet regulatory standards and internal policies, especially concerning regulated information under ITAR/EAR.
• Financial Data Analysis: Systematically analyze financial data and trends to provide insights that support informed decision-making across the finance department and broader company.
• Comprehensive Report Preparation: Meticulously prepare and generate essential financial reports, including detailed balance sheets, comprehensive income statements, and accurate cash flow reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Accurate Record Keeping: Execute precise bookkeeping tasks, which encompass performing regular account reconciliations and accurately managing ledger entries to maintain the integrity of financial records.
• Finance Team Support: Provide ongoing, essential support to the finance team, contributing to various tasks and projects that ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the department.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance; suitable for an Entry-Level career professional seeking to develop expertise in financial compliance and reporting.
• Experience: U.S. Person status is a mandatory requirement for this role due to the necessity of handling regulated information under ITAR/EAR. Demonstrated reconciliation expertise is also required.
• Skills: Proven attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy, effective communication abilities for clear interactions, proficiency with financial software applications, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, and a solid analytical ability.
• Bonus: While not explicitly listed as “bonus” in the original, teamwork and adaptability are noted strengths that will greatly enhance success in this role within RG&T Solutions.