Senior Accounting Associate, Aerospace, Defense, and Government

Aprio•Columbia, WA

9d•Remote

About The Position

Aprio is seeking a Senior Accounting Associate to join their dynamic Outsourced Accounting team, focusing on the Government Contracting sector. This role involves leading the monthly close process for clients, training and overseeing Staff Accountants, and handling complex technical tasks. The position offers an opportunity for a corporate or public accountant to work with various companies and contribute to their business growth within a progressive, fast-growing firm known for its top-rated culture and vast growth opportunities.

Requirements

4 Year Accounting degree required
2-4 Years experience in Accounting
Superior time management and organization skills
Proficient in the use of Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently in a highly flexible, remote model utilizing MS Teams
Desire to provide top quality customer service

Nice To Haves

Experience with QuickBooks and/or Unanet preferred

Responsibilities

Establish and foster positive relationships with clients.
Ensure timely communication as to project status both internally and externally.
Work as part of a team to provide outsourced accounting services for multiple clients.
Preparation of balance sheet account reconciliations, GAAP based financial statement packages and supporting analytical worksheets.
Preparation and oversight of client invoicing. Must have a comprehensive understanding of billing requirements for federal contractors.
Work closely with tax and audit associates to ensure GAAP accounting and tax accounting is accurate.
Become technically proficient in several cloud-based accounting software systems.
Prepare and review monthly close entries including payroll, fringe, prepaid and liability accruals.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
401k with Profit Sharing
9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
Top rated wellness program
Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options