Hybrid Staff Accountant Staff Accountant
Swooped · United States (Remote) · nan, Estados Unidos de América · Hybrid
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_x000D_About The Role
A rapidly growing government consulting firm is seeking to hire a **remote full-time temp to perm Staff Accountant** to join a dynamic Accounting & Finance team. This position will report directly to the Accounting Manager and will primarily focus on invoicing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit card management. The role requires a blend of technical accounting skills, analytical abilities, and strong communication skills to effectively contribute to the financial health of the company.
Responsibilities
- Manage monthly customer invoices, which involves preparation, coordination of reviews with the Accounting Manager and Project Managers, and submission to the customer portal.
- Oversee the Accounts Payable function:
- Monitor the Accounts Payable inbox.
- Verify the completeness and accuracy of vendor invoices and resolve discrepancies, including comparison of subcontractor invoices to timesheets.
- Obtain necessary approvals from department owners.
- Create vouchers and run weekly A/P aging reports; coordinate vendor payments with the Accounting Manager.
- Create and post employee vendor invoices from approved expense reports.
- Upload payments to the bank portal.
- Manage the Accounts Receivable function:
- Post incoming customer payments and run weekly A/R aging reports; follow up with customers on overdue payments.
- Oversee company credit card management and record monthly transactions:
- Code transactions for cardholder review and approval.
- Ensure all credit card transactions have proper supporting documentation.
- Issue and cancel company cards.
- Own assigned monthly closing tasks, including bank account reconciliations and expense accruals.
- Serve as a Unanet administrator, overseeing new employee setups, terminations, approval group changes, salary adjustments, and assignment of timekeeping charge codes.
- Support the annual financial statement audit by providing requested documentation and explanations.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains in financial operations.
- Handle sensitive Personally Identifiable Information (PII) with the utmost professionalism and discretion.
- Collaborate with team members to complete group tasks and participate in weekly team meetings.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; a degree in a related field is acceptable with sufficient work experience related to the job responsibilities.
- 2-5 years of experience in an accounting department, focusing on invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit card management, and month-end close.
- **Expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel** and working knowledge of other Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize competing priorities.
- Eligibility to work for any U.S. employer without requiring sponsorship.
- Candidates must reside in Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in government contracting.
- Familiarity with **Unanet** accounting software is highly desired.
Benefits
- Health Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental.
- Remote work opportunities.
- 4% 401k match deposited semi-monthly with 100% immediate vesting.
- Company-paid Short Term Disability (STD) and Long Term Disability (LTD).
- Company-paid basic life insurance.
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) package.
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