Senior Accountant

Straughan-Environmental-Inc; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO and Holidays

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Straughan Environmental, Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to perform full-cycle accounting, monthly closings, and project-based accounting. The role supports the Controller and collaborates with project managers to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting, 5+ years of experience, and GAAP knowledge; CPA or CPA candidate is a plus. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary in Columbia, MD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional accounting experience.
• Experience in public accounting a plus.
• Familiarity with GAAP and government contracting (FAR) a plus.
• Experience with project-based accounting and Unanet GovCon.

Responsibilities

• Month-end closing procedures and journal entries.
• Prepare monthly accrual schedules and reconcile accounts.
• Assist with external audits and overhead rate/workers' compensation audits.
• Maintain project setup in Unanet and generate monthly reports.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes.
• Provide financial statements and management reports.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

Unanet GovCon

Job description

Description

Who We Are

Straughan Environmental, Inc. is a successful, rapidly growing, woman owned business that provides high quality and cost-effective consulting services to a wide variety of clients in the governmental and private sectors. Straughan is committed to advancing sustainable and resilient communities. We are experts in environmental planning, design, assessments, and policy. Our staff consists of wildlife and wetlands scientists; geomorphologists and hydrologists, civil and environmental engineers; inspectors; biologists and botanists; planners; cultural resource specialists; and GIS and CAD professionals. This combination of technical expertise and an understanding of policy make Straughan a highly competitive firm and a great place to advance your career.

Job Purpose

TheSenior Accountantwill execute full-cycle accounting and monthly closing procedures, prepare financial statements, assist with audit preparations, set up projects, and provide accounts payable oversight. May also assist with preparation of client invoices and payroll functions. The position will play an essential role in supporting the Controller in ensuring the integrity of financial information, preparing reports for management, and setting up projects for our leading engineering and environmental firm.

Straughan Benefits

Straughan supports our staff with a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match; tuition assistance; PTO; 8 paid holidays; Parental Leave; HSA/FSA; a flexible work schedule; and employer-paid short- and long-term disability.

The compensation range for this position is $85,000–$110,000. This range reflects the full span of qualifying experience and certifications for the role; final offers are commensurate with the selected candidate's experience level.

Duties & Responsibilities

Month-end closing procedure

• Prepare monthly accrual schedules and journal entries
• Review & evaluate trial balance for accuracy
• Perform account reconciliations
• Review trend income statement and evaluate for accuracy
• Update budget vs. actual reports

Quarterly reports and reconciliations

• Bank reports and covenant calculations
• Quarterly 941 reconciliations
• Additional key account reconciliations and adjustments
• GSA reporting
• MD Sales and Use Tax
• Year-end W-2 and 1099 processes

Assist with external audits

• Financial statement review
• Overhead rate audits
• Workers Compensation audits
• 401(k) plan audits

Maintain project setup in Unanet

• Assist with setup of new projects in Unanet, coordinating with the Controller and Project Managers
• Ensure all information from the project setup form is accurate and in accordance with the contract and proposal
• Enter relevant information in Unanet, including contract limitations, billing instructions, and people assignments

Prepare various month-end project accounting reports

• Assist with preparation of monthly project management report list
• Assist with the maintenance of various job status reports
• Ability to discuss project financials with Project Managers and respond to related requests
• Prepare monthly business unit reporting for Directors

Accounts Payable Review

• Review account coding for accuracy
• Reconcile credit card transactions and expense report submission
• Review invoice coding for accuracy
• Review A/P Aging Report
• Update cash flow tracking and projections

Bi-Weekly Payroll

• Review hours and rates for accuracy
• Review pay code summary, OT, and labor variance adjustments
• Review employee benefits and deductions for accuracy
• Reconcile payroll accrual and expense accounts and prepare payroll accrual J/E
• Process bi-weekly 401(k) contribution funding

Accounts Receivable

• Review and post deposits and customer payment application
• Review of A/R Aging and coordination with A/R Specialists

Other Responsibilities as needed

Requirements

Qualifications

Education:Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Experience:Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional accounting experience. Experience in public accounting a preferred.

Desired Qualifications

• CPA or CPA candidate a plus
• Strong computer and accounting system aptitude – Unanet GovCon experience preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Familiarity with State/Federal contracting, FAR familiarity a plus
• Experience with project-based accounting
• Familiarity with cost-plus, time and materials, and fixed-price contracts
• Attention to detail and high-level analytical skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Able to handle confidential material
• Ability to prioritize and organize efficiently
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
• Ability to communicate across various functional levels of the organization

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by applicable law.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at a time.

Straughan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status