Senior Accountant / Payroll Specialist

We prioritize creating an inspiring and diverse work environment. We are committed to continuously investing in professional development and growth of our team, ensuring our expertise, skills, and performance are always exceptional.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting, adhering to deadlines mutually established with the Controller.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger to uphold financial accuracy.
• Prepare and post journal entries while adhering to established accounting procedures and paying attention to details.
• Manage and process full-cycle payroll for employees across multiple states on a semi-monthly basis.
• Ensure accurate calculation and processing of wages, bonuses, commissions, benefits deductions, and payroll taxes.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including wage and hour laws.
• Review timesheets in Costpoint as well as process adjustments if necessary.
• Coordinate with HR on payroll changes including new hires, terminations, promotions, garnishments, and benefit adjustments.
• Partner closely with HR and Benefits teams to ensure accurate employee records and payroll changes.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide timely issue resolution.
• Support accounts payable by reviewing or entering AP vouchers accurately.
• Support accounts receivable by generating invoices, monitoring payments, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accurate accounts receivable records.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports and account reconciliations.
• Assist with the company's semi-annual bank collateral audits and the company's annual financial statement audit, including providing accurate data to auditors and responsiveness to auditor requests during fieldwork.
• Assist the Controller in preparing appropriate documentation related to policies, procedures, and internal controls as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 5+ years of accounting and payroll experience, preferably in a government contracting environment.
• 5+ years of Deltek Costpoint experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting/payroll systems or ERP platforms.
• Experience with payroll software such as ADP, iSolved, Paycom, or similar systems preferred.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Demonstrate excellent prioritizing skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic and busy environment.
• Expected to work closely with other department groups on problems.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Assures effective communications are maintained within areas of responsibility.
• Proficient with data analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Master's or MBA preferred.
• Applicants selected for this position may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. The optimal candidate shall possess an active Secret clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM) certification or equivalent.
• Practical experience in International Sales, EAR and ITAR regulations, and export compliance.

Benefits

• ESOP
• 401(k) matching
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Professional Development
• Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Holidays
• PTO