Senior Accountant
Chantilly, VA - USA
Job Summary
If youre a seasoned accounting professional who thrives in the fast-paced world of government contracting this is your chance to step into a high-impact role where your expertise directly supports mission-critical operations and strategic growth.
NS2 Mission is looking for a Senior Accountant to become a key member of its accounting team. This role calls for an experienced individual with solid Government accounting knowledge to oversee all accounting functions. The ideal candidate will be energetic collaborative and eager to contribute to the companys continued success. A strong foundation in project cost accounting Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) is highly desirable. This position reports directly to the Controller.
This is a primarily remote opportunity reporting to Missions HQ in Chantilly VA; with the expectation of occasional on-site as needed.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist the Controller with the month-end close process including general ledger account reconciliations journal entries indirect cost calculations revenue reconciliations and other accounting activities.
- Familiarity with JAMIS or JAMIS Prime accounting software is required
- Manage and ensure a smooth financial close process with timely financial analysis and reporting to senior management.
- Oversee payroll preparation and reconciliation of benefits and deductions.
- Set up new contracts and maintain contract modifications accurately in the accounting system.
- Generate and issue invoices to customers troubleshoot billing issues and collaborate with program managers for resolution.
- Review and process subcontractor timecards.
- Monitor daily cash flow needs and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
- Support external financial audits and tax compliance requirements.
- Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure sound accounting practices and financial operations.
- Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Contribute to the preparation of annual incurred cost submissions.
- Provide financial guidance and insights to managers and departments as needed.
- Identify opportunities to streamline and improve processes coordinating with relevant teams for cross-functional efficiencies.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance with at least 5 years of progressive hands-on accounting and personnel management experience.
- Experience in Government contract accounting preferred.
- ADP payroll experience is advantageous.
- CPA certification or active CPA candidacy is desirable.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with GAAP and CAS.
- Understanding of FAR cost principles government contracting requirements cost accounting and job costing.
- Excellent judgment leadership and objectivity to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
- Proactive problem-solving approach.
- Ability to build effective relationships with customers Government auditors and internal teams.
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet critical deadlines.
If you are seeking a role that creates lasting impact for our clients through critical and complex issues working in a dynamic environment that offers opportunities for professional growth and new responsibilities consider a career with NS2 Mission. With us youll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will energize you to achieve the art of what is possible from the day you start!
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S security clearance which requires U.S citizenship.
We win with inclusion
NS2 Missions culture of inclusion focus on health and well-being and flexible working models help ensure that everyone regardless of background feels included and can run at their best. At NS2 Mission we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC