Staff Accountant

Nakupuna Companies is looking for a entry level Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant is responsible for working with the Senior Accountant/Accounting Manager to help maintain a sound accounting system to include preparation of basic accounting reconciliations Accounts Payable entries billing creation and timesheet processing.

The following reflects managements definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons

• Determines operational objectives by studying business functions collecting and evaluating information and assessing potential solutions
• Prepares basic journal entries and account reconciliations and submits to Accounting Manager for review
• Assists the Finance & Accounting team with transactional functions as necessary including Accounts Payable voucher entry employee expense reports and billing
• Assists Senior Accountant in new employee setup and related data maintenance including paid time off accruals labor posting etc
• Recommends controls by identifying problems and developing improved procedures
• Creates and maintains job aides for various Finance & Accounting functions that can be used for training of future team members
• Maintains user confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential
• Prepares technical reports by collecting analyzing and summarizing information and trends
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Complete ad hoc/other requests as necessary

Skills/Qualifications: Skills/Qualifications: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with emphasis in Word Excel Outlook and on-line search engines required. Must be self-motivated efficient at multi-tasking and possess exceptional oral and written communication skills. Familiarity with Government Contracting & Deltek Costpoint is preferred.

Must be a U.S. Citizen no clearance required.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or similar discipline from an accredited institution
• 1-2 years working experience in an accounting environment is preferred
• Experience in or work for the U.S. military is highly desirable

Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands wrists and fingers
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer

The Nakupuna Companies use a market-based compensation strategy to ensure that our employees are compensated within applicable market ranges commensurate with multiple factors including but not limited to the individuals particular combination of education knowledge skills competencies and experience as well as contract-specific affordability organizational requirements and position location. The projected compensation range for this position is $60000 to $70000 (annualized USD). The salary range displayed represents the typical hourly range for this position and is just one component of Nakupuna Companies total compensation package for employees.