Lead Accountant

Invictus International Consulting, LLC.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Invictus International Consulting, LLC. seeks a Lead Accountant in Alexandria, VA to own end-to-end AP processes, manage journal entries, and lead close activities. The role emphasizes strong US GAAP knowledge, internal controls, and proficiency with ERP systems such as Unanet or Costpoint.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in accounting/finance, 7+ years' progressive accounting experience, and CPA or active pursuit is a plus. Top Secret clearance is also beneficial.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• CPA certification or active pursuit is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end A/P: invoicing, coding, three-way matching, approvals.
• Process weekly checks, ACHs, and wires with proper approvals.
• Reconcile vendor statements; research discrepancies and maintain vendor relationships.
• Monitor A/P aging and cash requirements to support cash flow.
• Maintain audit-ready A/P files and supporting documentation.
• Support Form 1099 filings and vendor tax reporting.
• Serve as AP system SME; train users as needed.
• Own AP-related close activities: accruals and reconciliations.
• Prepare and review journal entries for monthly/annual close.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and explain variances clearly.
• Support external audits with complete documentation.

Skills

US GAAP

Internal controls

Excel

Unanet

Costpoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA certification

Top Secret clearance

Tools

Unanet

Costpoint

Job description

Title: Lead Accountant

Location: Alexandria, VA

US Citizenship: Required

Security Clearance: Top Secret preferred

Responsibilities:

• Own the end-to-end A/P process, including invoice receipt, coding, three-way matching (PO, receipt, invoice), approval routing, and timely entry into the accounting system
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers, verifying approvals and vendor payment details prior to disbursement
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies, and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Monitor A/P aging and cash requirements, ensuring payments align with terms and support cash flow optimization
• Maintain organized, audit-ready A/P files, reports, and supporting documentation
• Prepare and support annual Form 1099 filings and other vendor tax reporting requirements
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert on the A/P workflow system, supporting and training users as needed
• Own A/P-related close activities, including accruals, subledger-to-general-ledger reconciliations, and cutoff analysis
• Prepare and review journal entries - including accruals, reclassifications, and adjustments supporting the monthly and annual close
• Perform reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts (cash, prepaids, accruals, clearing accounts, and similar) and ensure reconciling items are researched and resolved timely
• Analyze account fluctuations and variances, providing clear, well-supported explanations to the Controller and finance leadership
• Support preparation of monthly financial statement packages and supporting schedules
• Prepare schedules and documentation in support of external audit requests
• Identify inefficiencies within A/P and close processes and recommend and implement solutions that increase automation, accuracy, and speed
• Partner with Procurement, FP&A, and IT to streamline procure-to-pay workflows and improve utilization of financial systems
• Develop and maintain desk procedures, close checklists, and process documentation as the organization’s finance function scales
• Evaluate and champion the adoption of technology and automation tools to scale AP and accounting operations
• Monitor relevant KPIs and use data trends to drive continuous performance improvement
• Ensure AP and close activities comply with company policy, US GAAP, and internal control standards
• Identify control gaps and recommend and help design mitigating controls
• Maintain appropriate segregation of duties across payment processing and vendor master maintenance
• Support internal control testing and audits, providing complete and accurate documentation to auditors
• Monitor for potential vendor fraud risk and recommend mitigation practices to relevant stakeholders

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including A/P, financial close, and account reconciliation
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and internal control principles
• Proficiency in accounting/ERP systems (e.g., Unanet, Costpoint) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• CPA certification or active progress toward CPA is a plus
• Top Secret clearance a plus, but not required

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled