Staff Accountant
Reporting to the Controller, the Staff Accountant performs general accounting functions such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll analysis, general ledger and month-end closings.
Responsibilities:
- Record Accounts Payable and Cash Disbursements
- Preparation of billings
- Record cash receipts
- Perform Bank and other account reconciliations
- Process and administer payroll
- Work with internal and external accounting team to assist with preparation of financial statements, incl. balance sheet and profit and loss statements, consolidated financial statements, and other accounting schedules and reports in accordance with monthly close plan
- Review statements, investigate variances and correct any errors
- Maintain records for disbursements, expenses, tax payments, and income.
- Ensure accuracy of accounts
- Assist and support annual tax returns and other corporate reporting requirements.
- Assist with preparations for the annual audit.
- Corresponds with other departments to ensure proper accounting for revenue, purchases and expenses.
- Maintain accounting systems to ensure correct and efficient recording of financial transactions.
- Supports the Controller and CFO in the adherence to and communication of accounting and auditing policies and procedures.
- Other Duties as assigned
Qualifications & Required Skills
- A strong work ethic and ability to work with operational functions
- Experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, preparing financial statements and supporting organizational accounting functions
- Experience with Unanet in an accounting or reporting function required
- Excellent organization and communication skills, with attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business or other related discipline
- 2+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience
Additional Desired Skills:
- Working knowledge of government development programs and contracting.
- Experience in a startup environment or project-based, engineering company a plus.
- US Person (Citizen or Green Card) Preferred
Location
: Headquarters in Manassas, VA.
Travel
: <5%Electra is committed to a work environment that is inclusive to all and free of discrimination. It is our policy to be an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other factors prohibited by law. Electra will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.Additionally, as part of our commitment to health and safety, we require all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Electra offers a reasonable accommodation process for individuals who are unable to meet our vaccination requirement due to a disability, medical condition, or sincerely held religious belief.
