Senior Accountant

Trident Systems; Virginia, Fairfax (MN, VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage payroll and accounting functions. This role involves ensuring compliance with laws, preparing financial reports, and overseeing daily accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles, payroll management, and excellent analytical skills. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and continuous improvement, and contribute to the success of a forward-thinking company dedicated to delivering high-performance solutions in the space electronics sector.

Benefits

Health benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Short and long term disability

Holidays

Potential annual bonus

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in accounting and payroll.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills.
• Experience with payroll software and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Oversee daily accounting functions and prepare financial statements.
• Assist in year-end audit workpapers and tax filings.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Payroll Management

Financial Reporting

GAAP Compliance

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Equivalent experience in Finance

Tools

ADP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Navision/Business Central

Concur

Job description

Position Title	Senior Accountant	Requisition ID	1633
Home Office Location	Fairfax, VA	FLSA Designation	Exempt
Hybrid/Remote Option	Hybrid	EEO Job Category	Professional
Position Reports To	Controller	Pay Range	DOE
Supervises Others	No	FTE	1.0

At Trident Systems Space Electronic Systems (SES) division, we believe in the power of using strong engineering principles to drive innovation and solve complex problems. We foster a culture of rigorous engineering and continuous improvement, leveraging the full knowledge of our organization through collaborative product development processes that include design and peer reviews. We combine our expertise in space electronics with right-sized development processes to create innovative, high-performance space-based electronic systems that meet our customers' evolving needs.

We are a mission partner supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, and Civil space customers. We develop complex, radiation effects mitigated, designs that balance competing requirements in modern space programs, delivering cutting-edge solutions that enable our customers to achieve more in space.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant will manage and oversee all aspects of accounting and payroll functions for the company. This individual will ensure the accurate processing of payroll, financial reporting, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The Senior Accountant will also assist in day-to-day accounting General entries and reconciliations, month-end and year-end closing.

Duties and Responsibilities

Payroll Management:

• Process payroll for all employees including hourly and salaried on semi-monthly basis using ADP and Business central.
• Ensure accuracy of the timesheets and ensure proper approval of the timesheets
• Responsible for payroll related BS reconciliations, to include by not limited to accrued wages, accrued bonus, 401k liability, accrued PTO.
• Calculate and report payroll taxes and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Maintain payroll records and provide detailed reports for management as required.
• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, PTO, timesheet and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepare and submit payroll-related filings (e.g., W-2s, and state unemployment filings).
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings, including quarterly and annual tax returns (e.g., Form 941, state taxes).

Accounting Duties:

• Oversee daily accounting functions, including accounts payable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of various G/L accounts to ensure timely and accurate period close; Review team member reconciliations and support associated journal entries.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Demonstrate the ability to research and support the resolution of variances and discrepancies identified during transaction processing and reconciliations.
• Assist with the preparation of year-end audit workpapers and tax filings.
• Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of tax returns, including sales tax, income tax, and other state and local filings.
• Ensure that the payroll system and accounting systems are properly integrated and aligned.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new financial processes or payroll policies.
• Perform other duties as required or requested by management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience/combined education)
• 6+ years of experience in accounting and payroll, with a focus on senior-level responsibilities.
• Experience with payroll software (e.g., ADP).
• Experience with accounting principles, tax laws, and payroll regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.
• Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Navision/Business Central experience
• Experience with Concur
• Payroll certifications (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional) and/or CPA designation are a plus.

Benefits

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including but not limited to:

• Health benefits
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Basic life with AD&D
  • Short term disability
  • Long term disability
  • Ancillary (Voluntary life with AD&D, accident, critical illness, hospital, and pet)
  • Spending accounts (HSA, FSA, and DCFSA)
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• 401(k) (including automatic company contribution)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Leaves (Parental, pregnancy, and military)
• Potential annual bonus

Trident Systems reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Trident Systems is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Pay Transparency: The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)