Senior Accountant

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing Services; Rockville (MD); Presencial; USD 85 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing Services seeks an Accounting Supervisor or Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team in Rockville, MD. The role is hands-on, focusing on transaction processing and day-to-day accounting operations in a fast-paced GovCon environment.

As Unanet is implemented, you will take on broader accounting analysis, reporting, and financial oversight, with opportunities to supervise staff and contribute to process improvements.

Qualificações

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in government contracting
• GovCon accounting experience required and strong understanding of government contracting rules
• Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint for accounting entries, reporting and analysis
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for financial reporting and data analysis
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required

Responsabilidades

• Manage accounts payable processing and vendor payments
• Review and process employee timesheets
• Support payroll administration and related reconciliations
• Prepare monthly recurring journal entries
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
• Assist with account reconciliations and month-end close activities
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with government contracting accounting requirements
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or areas for improvement
• Assist with audits and provide supporting schedules as needed
• Support internal controls and accounting process improvements

Conhecimentos

GovCon accounting experience

Deltek Costpoint

Advanced Excel

Multi-tasking

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Ferramentas

Microsoft Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Supervisor or Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team with a great organization. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys being hands‑on, thrives in a fast‑paced government contracting environment, and is looking to grow into a broader accounting leadership role.

Initially, this position will focus heavily on transaction processing and day‑to‑day accounting operations. As the organization implements Unanet, the role will evolve to assume greater responsibility for accounting analysis, reporting, and financial oversight. The ideal candidate is flexible, detail‑oriented, eager to learn, and excited about growing with the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Accounting Operations

• Manage accounts payable processing and vendor payments
• Review and process employee timesheets
• Support payroll administration and related reconciliations
• Prepare monthly recurring journal entries
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
• Assist with account reconciliations and month‑end close activities
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with government contracting accounting requirements
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or areas for improvement
• Assist with audits and provide supporting schedules as needed
• Support internal controls and accounting process improvements

Future Growth Responsibilities

Following the Unanet implementation, this individual will:

• Take on more complex accounting and reporting responsibilities
• Participate in financial analysis and process optimization
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff
• Contribute to system enhancements and accounting best practices
• Help strengthen the overall accounting infrastructure

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Government contracting (GovCon) accounting experience
• Strong experience with Deltek Costpoint
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial reporting and data analysis
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and month‑end close processes
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail