Staff Accountant

Overview

The organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to support financial operations, maintain accurate financial records, and ensure compliance with government regulations, industry standards, and company policies. This role emphasizes financial integrity, process improvements, and support for organizational growth.

Responsibilities

• Unanet system management: Maintain Unanet for project accounting, invoicing, timekeeping, and expense reporting.
• Internal controls: Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Invoicing: Invoice customers and submit in accordance with the contract.
• Accounts payable: Manage accounts payable, process payments, and save documentation.
• Close processes: Assist with month-end and year-end close to ensure timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• General ledger: Oversee and support the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Reconciliations: Monitor and reconcile balance sheet accounts to ensure entries comply with established accounting principles and government requirements.
• Contract cost accounting: Support proper accounting for direct and indirect costs and ensure correct allocation to government contracts.
• Accounts receivable: Oversee accounts receivable.
• Cash flow & banking: Monitor cash flow and manage banking relationships to support financial stability.
• Billing compliance: Ensure invoices comply with contract terms, funding limitations, and applicable government regulations.
• Billing validation support: Coordinate with Contracts and Program Management teams to validate billing data, labor charges, and contract modifications prior to invoice submission.
• Audit support: Support DCAA, CPSR, and customer audits related to billing and contract accounting activities.
• Audit readiness: Assist in maintaining and improving internal controls; support external and internal audits by providing documentation, working papers, and clarifications.
• Revenue recognition compliance: Ensure compliance with policies related to revenue recognition, billing, and financial management.
• Contracting compliance: Review and monitor contract costs to ensure accurate application of labor, materials, and overhead charges.

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of proven experience as a staff accountant or similar financial role within federal government contracting.
• Unanet: Advanced hands-on experience, including project accounting, reporting, and financial management functionalities.
• Google Suite: Advanced proficiency with Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides for collaboration and reporting.
• Accounting expertise: Expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Analytical skills: Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Communication & leadership: Excellent communication and leadership skills, including experience effectively managing teams.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits snapshot (includes, but not limited to):

• Pays 99% of Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for full-time employees
• Contributes 25% towards Health Coverage for family and dependents
• 100% paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance policy for full-time employees
• 100% paid certifications
• 401K matching up to 4%
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Wellness & Fitness Program
• Online education and training portal
• FSA programs for: Medical Costs, Dependent Care, Transit, and Parking
• Referral bonuses

Location

• 100% remote

Remote work requirements (summary):

• Maintain a quiet, distraction-free workspace with adequate internet
• Dedicate full attention and availability to job duties during working hours
• Maintain a schedule during core business hours aligned with coworkers and clients
• Cameras are encouraged and can be required during virtual video conferences
• Disclose any current or future outside employment engagements and obtain written approval
• Do not solicit or conduct any outside business during core business hours for the organization and its clients

Physical Demands

• Sitting or standing at a desk for prolonged periods of time and consistent operation of a computer
• Frequent communication and exchanging of accurate information via electronic communication, phones, and in person
• Occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job