Accountant - San Antonio, TX

TRDI•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Accountant contributes to TRDI’s mission, “To Create and Enhance Life Opportunities for People with Barriers & Disabilities,” and its core values of Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, Communication, and Courage. The role supports organizational growth and success through TRDI’s Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and business plan, and establishes relationships with federal, state, and local governments, universities, and private-sector organizations. It collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to support compliance with applicable government requirements. The position performs day-to-day accounting functions that support accurate financial reporting and timely month-end close. It maintains reconciliations and supporting records, records and analyzes journal entries and adjustments, supports accounts receivable and budget analysis, and helps maintain audit-ready financial records. It also supports compliance, communicates with and trains project managers and other personnel, and identifies opportunities to improve processes and internal controls. The role is based in a professional office environment and involves extended periods seated at a computer. It uses standard office equipment and may require lifting or moving objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
One to three years of relevant experience in accounting, accounts receivable, billing, or contract accounting.
Experience using accounting software or ERP systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to meet firm deadlines.
Ability to handle confidential financial information with professionalism and discretion.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a federal contracting, nonprofit, or AbilityOne environment.
Familiarity with Service Contract Act (SCA) requirements and Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs).
Experience with Sage Intacct, Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), or similar government billing and accounting systems.
Exposure to contract billing, revenue recognition, reconciliations, and audit support activities.
Experience working in a high-volume, multi-contract accounting environment.
Demonstrated ability to improve processes, support audits, and manage competing priorities independently.

Responsibilities

Perform day-to-day accounting functions to support accurate financial reporting and timely month-end close.
Prepare, review, and maintain account reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation in accordance with GAAP and internal control requirements.
Record and analyze journal entries, accruals, and adjustments to ensure accurate recognition of revenue and expenses.
Support accounts receivable activities, including billing accuracy, follow-up collections, and resolving outstanding balances.
Assist with budget-to-actual analysis, investigate material variances, and communicate findings to management as needed.
Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and respond to internal and external audit requests.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal regulations, company accounting policies, and contractual requirements.
Collaborate with operations, project managers, HR, and leadership to support financial accuracy and operational decision-making.
Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
Maintain confidentiality of financial and employee information and exercise sound professional judgment.
Participate in special projects and perform other accounting-related duties as assigned.
Provide ongoing communication, support, and training to project managers and other company personnel regarding the areas described in the posting.
Keep job knowledge current and evaluate internal operational processes against current industry trends.
Participate in conferences and educational opportunities, read professional publications, maintain professional networks, and represent the organization in the community.
Participate on committees and special projects and seek additional responsibilities.
Establish relationships with federal, state, and local governments, universities, and private-sector organizations.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support compliance with federal, state, and local government requirements.