Senior Corporate Accountant - GovCon

Vibrint•Annapolis Junction, MD

17h

About The Position

Vibrint is a trusted provider of mission-critical systems and analysis that transform customers' capacity and capability in harvesting and harnessing data. They work alongside professionals in public service to create and sustain new solutions and services for national security missions, exploring new possibilities at the cutting edge of technology. Vibrint values its employees, offering rewards, recognition, and opportunities for growth. The company is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Senior Corporate Accountant to join its growing finance team. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations and helps ensure financial accuracy and compliance within a government contracting environment, particularly in the defense and intelligence sectors.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3-5 years of accounting experience
Government contracting experience, particularly in the defense or intelligence sectors
Third party payroll system familiarity required (ADP, Paychex, or iSolved systems)
Experience with Monthly Close procedures and closing Journal Entries required
Proficiency with Unanet accounting software
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent organizational and communication skills
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Solid understanding of compliance requirements related to federal contracting, including FAR and DCAA
Must be able to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive financial data
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team
U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of work in the defense and intelligence sectors

Nice To Haves

Equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Prior experience working with Unanet or a similar ERP system is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Support the HR and payroll team to process semi-monthly payroll run for multiple legal entities, for approximately 180 employees
Process vendor invoices, validate transactions, obtain appropriate approvals, and ensure timely payments
Maintain accurate AP records in compliance with internal policies and government standards
Post customer payments, reconcile discrepancies, and manage AR aging reports to ensure timely collection and resolution of outstanding receivables
Generate accurate client invoices in accordance with contract terms and government regulations
Ensure proper documentation and tracking of billable items
Conduct monthly bank reconciliations, promptly investigating and resolving any discrepancies
Maintain and reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts, ensuring that all transactions are properly recorded and documented
Assist in month-end and year-end close processes
Prepare journal entries and help ensure the general ledger reflects accurate financial data
Ensure all accounting activities are conducted in accordance with federal regulations (FAR, DCAA) and internal controls specific to the government contracting industry