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Financial Accountant
PUBLISHED: 08/29/2025
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for providing accounting services to agencies supported by Shared Services. This includes inter-company, account reconciliations, journal entry postings and ad hoc requests on the Vantage general ledger system. Assist in other areas as needed. The schedule for this position is 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Prepare variance analysis / commentaries
Prepare and process journal entries for areas of responsibility
Prepare account reconciliations and analysis ensuring balances are properly stated
Resolve intercompany out of balances within given deadlines
Prepare monthly and quarterly closing schedules required for consolidation reporting
Prepare month-end and year-end reporting for agencies supported by Shared Services
Assist internal and external personnel with questions relating to systems and processes maintained by Shared Services. (Vantage)
Ensure audit compliance on all transactions and assist with audit requests
Regular and reliable attendance required
Ability to work onsite in an office environment with limited remote work alternatives, consistent with applicable law
EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Associates degree or working toward a degree
One year of related accounting experience preferred
Ability to interface well with other internal departments and outside customers
Excel spreadsheet skills required (advanced excel skills such as macros a plus)
Good organizational skills and ability to work as a member of a team
Clear and timely communication, both internally and externally
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical/problem solving skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work in multi-task environment with limited supervision
BENEFITS OF JOINING IPG:
One of our primary goals is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our compensation plan includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Healthcare Options
Medical
Dental
Vision
Prescription
Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) savings plan with company match
Flexible based Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
Legal Assistance Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Exclusive discounts on cell phones, gyms, and everyday purchases
IPG is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity inclusion and equity at our company. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, disability, genetic information or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local law.