This position requires proven experience in federal government finance and accounting. The candidate will be responsible for performing the full scope of accounting processes including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll processing, general ledger accounting and reporting, among others. Candidate will engage with corporate staff and project leads in the planning, forecasting, tracking analysis, and reporting on projects of varying contract type, size, complexity, and level of risk. Candidate will be responsible for executing diverse accounting and finance duties in a Unanet (required) accounting systems environment.

Location: 100% Remote

Qualified hire must reside within 2 hours of Washington, D.C.

Job Duties:

Responsible for daily accounting processing and assisting in the financial deliverables to include month-end financial statements, project expense reports and ad hoc financial analyses.
Must have experience with UNANET (or equivalent), a specialized Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software designed for specifically for project-driven businesses.
Process and analyze monthly customer invoices while accurately invoicing all billable costs.
Analyze and post monthly balance sheet adjustments.
Set-up new projects and modifications in Unanet.
Review of contract setup in Unanet
Serve as co-lead for Time and Labor in Unanet; provide direct support to the project teams on time and labor issues, including subcontractors.
Setup new hires and process terminations within Unanet.
Assist in payroll using Unanet in a timely and efficient manner.
Prepare payroll labor reconciliations for review and posting of labor.
Assist and prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, month-end close schedules.
Maintain purchase orders for subcontractors, consultants, and materials; monitors subcontractor's cost and review of invoices.
Various other monthly accounting processes not limited to: posting of cash receipts and disbursements, project accounting and other schedules as necessary. Not limited to associated email inboxes.
Interface with corporate staff, project managers and external customers to address financial and/or accounting issues in a timely and effective manner.

Educational Skills and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree or higher in accounting, finance, or business administration
Minimum of 7 years' experience in accounting in federal contracting environment
Must have experience with UNANET (or equivalent), a specialized Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software designed for specifically for project-driven businesses.
Extensive knowledge of the practices and principles of government contract (FAR) accounting budgeting, cash management, contract management, and GAAP.
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including Word; Excel; PowerPoint; Outlook; Teams; SharePoint; proficient in Adobe Acrobat Professional and other relevant software.
Possess and demonstrate excellent and professional oral and written communication skills.
Excellent time and priority management skills with proven experience meeting tight deadlines; ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines by implementing analytical and problem-solving capabilities to maintain multiple project schedules.
Able to collaborate and interact with internal and external stakeholders effectively and professionally; must be a team player, be hands-on, and take ownership of projects.
Exceptional customer service skills; ability to share and alleviate concerns and conflicts in a proof-positive manner and provide effective solutions, resulting in positive outcomes.
Exceptional analytical and listening skills; willingness to learn new concepts.
Must be detail-oriented and possess critical thinking, focused leadership, and time management skills.

Pay: $90,163.88 - $108,584.45 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work from home

Work Location: Remote

Senior Accountant

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