SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Corps Team; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative logistics and space planning firm is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive financial excellence and ensure compliance while providing strategic insights that shape the company’s future. With a focus on government contracting and DCAA compliance, you will manage financial operations, oversee payroll processing, and utilize top accounting software to optimize workflows. If you are detail-oriented and enjoy solving financial puzzles, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing company.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting experience with a focus on government contracting.
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online Pro and Paychex payroll processing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Manage DCAA compliance and indirect rates for government contracts.

Skills

Government Contracting

DCAA Compliance

Indirect Rates

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Tools

QuickBooks Online Pro

Paychex

Job description

Our client is a growing logistics and space planning company seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team. Beyond the numbers, this is an opportunity to drive financial excellence, ensure compliance, and provide strategic insights that help shape the future of the company. If you thrive on precision, love solving financial puzzles, and want to be part of a dynamic and growing team, this could be the perfect fit.

This role will work remotely, but candidates must reside in greater Washington D.C. to allow for in-person meetings and collaboration. Orlando is another location option.

Experience with government contracting, indirect rates, and DCAA compliance required!

Overview

Own Financial Operations with Excellence :

• Oversee all accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Optimize financial workflows and establish best practices for efficiency and accuracy.

Ensure Compliance & Accuracy in Government Contracts :

• Oversee DCAA compliance, indirect rates, and incurred cost submissions.
• Support audits and financial reporting related to government contracts.
• Implement and monitor controls to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

Drive Payroll & Tax Compliance :

• Manage Paychex payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
• Handle payroll tax filings, compliance, and reporting.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax regulations and ensure company compliance.

Utilize Top Accounting & Payroll Software :

• Leverage QuickBooks Online Pro for financial management and reporting.
• Ensure seamless integration between accounting, payroll, and government compliance platforms.
• Stay ahead of industry technology to improve efficiency and reporting accuracy.

Provide Strategic Financial Insights :

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to support decision-making.
• Monitor cash flow, revenue trends, and expenses to identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Offer recommendations that improve financial efficiency and profitability.

What You Bring to the Table

• A Track Record of Success : 7+ years of accounting experience with expertise in government contracting, indirect rates, and DCAA compliance.
• Tech-Savvy Financial Expertise : Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online Pro and Paychex payroll processing.
• Unmatched Attention to Detail : You thrive in the numbers, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
• Regulatory & Compliance Know-How : Strong understanding of tax regulations, financial reporting, and DCAA compliance.
• A Problem-Solving Mindset : You do not just report numbers, you analyze them, uncover trends, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Location Matters : You must reside in Orlando, FL, or Washington, DC to allow for occasional in-person meetings.

Salary Range : $85-90k depending on combination of experience, education, and overall credentials.

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