Jr Accountant

Overview

This role involves supporting government contracting operations as an Accounts Payable (AP) and Finance Specialist. The position focuses on daily financial tracking, accurate accounts payable processing, vendor management, credit card reconciliation, and precise financial data entry. Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which typically requires U.S. citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not provided.

This is a remote position with up to 10% quarterly onsite travel required.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices, subcontractor billings, and team expense reports with high accuracy
• Manage and process corporate credit card transactions, ensuring accurate coding, receipt collection, and monthly reconciliation
• Enter financial data daily into the accounting system, ensuring correct alignment with project codes and charge structures
• Match purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor invoices to verify accuracy before processing payments
• Assist with basic invoice processing and voucher tracking through government payment portals such as WAWF
• Maintain organized digital financial records and audit-ready documentation for future DCAA reviews
• Respond to routine internal and external vendor inquiries regarding payment status and billing discrepancies
• Support the monthly close process by reconciling basic vendor statements and identifying unrecorded liabilities
• Help set up new vendor profiles and basic charge codes in the ERP system under senior guidance
• Identify routine process bottlenecks in invoicing workflows and suggest methods to improve processing speed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience
• 1 to 3 years of progressive experience in accounts payable, data entry, credit card processing, or general bookkeeping roles
• Foundational proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including basic formulas, data sorting, and formatting
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to quickly spot typing errors, mismatches, and data anomalies
• Highly adaptable and comfortable operating in dynamic, fast-growth environments with shifting daily priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to or strong desire to learn government contracting ERP software such as Unanet or similar systems
• Familiarity with credit card expense management platforms (e.g., Ramp, Brex, Concur, Expensify)
• Basic familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) cost principles or DCAA compliance guidelines
• Strong written communication skills for professional interaction with internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Experience using basic AI tools to accelerate routine administrative tasks or automate data organizing workflows

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand for periods of time
• Ability to use a keyboard, mouse, and other equipment with or without accommodations
• Ability to maintain awareness during business hours
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with good command of the English language
• Ability to learn and memorize routine tasks
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided to individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Selection Process

• Application review by hiring team
• 20-minute pre-screen with recruiter
• 30-minute phone screen with hiring manager
• Take-home project
• In-person or video interview with extended hiring team

Compensation and Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plans
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision insurance premiums
• Automatic 401(k) employer contribution with vesting
• Paid vacation and personal time off
• 11 paid holidays
• 5 days of sick leave
• Stock options
• Supportive work environment with respect for work-life balance

Location

Remote position with quarterly onsite travel (up to 10%) required.

Note: Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which generally requires U.S. citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.