Senior Accountant

Analytical Mechanics Associates•Hampton, VA

3d•$70,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc. (AMA) is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its corporate Accounting team. The position supports day-to-day accounting operations, including payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, accrual analysis, journal entries, financial reporting support, and month-end closing. The Senior Accountant works collaboratively with the Accounting Manager, accounting staff, and internal stakeholders to maintain accurate, complete, and timely financial records and reporting, and to support compliance with accounting policies, payroll regulations, and financial reporting requirements. The role is hybrid and requires working on-site 1–2 days per week. The stated salary range is $70,000–$80,000, depending on experience. AMA describes itself as a small business with a wide reach, headquartered in Hampton, Virginia, with operations in several U.S. locations. The company specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum of 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience across multiple accounting functions.
Demonstrated experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, general ledger maintenance, and account reconciliations.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, pivot tables, and reporting tools.
Working knowledge of payroll practices and payroll-related accounting processes.
Knowledge of federal and state financial, payroll, and tax regulations.
Experience preparing journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
Experience with accounting and payroll systems.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage large volumes of detailed information while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting accounting operations within a government contracting environment.
Experience with Deltek Costpoint for accounting and financial reporting functions.
Experience processing payroll through ADP.
Knowledge of DCAA-compliant accounting practices and government contracting requirements.
Experience using AI-enabled tools to improve accounting workflows, reporting, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

Support weekly timekeeping processes and bi-weekly payroll activities.
Prepare, review, and process payroll-related accounting transactions and reconciliations.
Process and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
Analyze expense accruals and prepare associated journal entries.
Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
Research, analyze, and resolve accounting discrepancies and issues.
Prepare financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation as required.
Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable federal and state regulations.
Collaborate with internal departments to collect, validate, and reconcile financial information.
Use accounting systems and tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting capabilities.
Support audits, special projects, and other accounting assignments as required.