Senior Corporate Accountant - GovCon
Vibrint · Hanover, MD · 2 wk ago
FinanceFull-time
About the role
Vibrint is a trusted provider of mission-critical systems and analysis that transform our customers' capacity and capability in harvesting and harnessing data. We work alongside talented professionals in public service to create and sustain solutions that meet stringent demands across a variety of customer missions, particularly in the defense and intelligence sectors. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations and ensures financial accuracy and compliance within a government contracting environment.
Responsibilities
- Support the HR and payroll team to process semi-monthly payroll for multiple legal entities, covering approximately 180 employees.
- Process vendor invoices, validate transactions, obtain approvals, and ensure timely payments while maintaining accurate AP records in compliance with internal policies and government standards.
- Post customer payments, reconcile discrepancies, and manage AR aging reports to ensure timely collection and resolution of outstanding receivables.
- Generate accurate client invoices in accordance with contract terms and government regulations, ensuring proper documentation and tracking of billable items.
- Conduct monthly bank reconciliations, promptly investigating and resolving any discrepancies.
- Maintain and reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded and documented.
- Assist in month-end and year-end close processes, prepare journal entries, and ensure the general ledger reflects accurate financial data.
- Ensure all accounting activities comply with federal regulations (FAR, DCAA) and internal controls specific to the government contracting industry.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- 3-5 years of accounting experience.
- Prior experience with Unanet or a similar ERP system is highly preferred.
- Government contracting experience, particularly in the defense or intelligence sectors, is strongly desired.
- Familiarity with third-party payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, or iSolved).
- Experience with monthly close procedures and closing journal entries.
- Proficiency with Unanet accounting software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Solid understanding of compliance requirements related to federal contracting, including FAR and DCAA.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive financial data.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team.
- U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of work in the defense and intelligence sectors.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with annual merit-based increases and discretionary bonus program.
- 401(k) plan with a company contribution.
- 11 paid federal holidays.
- 160 hours of paid time off.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- & long-term disability insurance.
- Employee assistance program.
- Generous professional development allowance.
Pay
The pay range for this position is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation. Offers consider factors such as contracted rates, education, certification(s), experience, specific competencies, and geographic location.