Staff Accountant - AP/AR and Payroll

Empirical Corporation • Alexandria, VA

79d • $65,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Empirical Corporation is rapidly expanding in the accounting industry and is a trusted advisor in areas such as financial management and internal controls. If you're highly organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented, we want to hear from you! We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced staff accountant who can operate independently, is flexible, and able to multitask, ensuring deadlines are met while producing accurate and timely reports and outputs.

Requirements

• Accounting or Finance degree or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of related experience required.
• Experience with Office 365 (Word, Excel, and SharePoint).
• Extensive knowledge of payroll functions, including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Proficient with payroll software.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central required.
• Experience with Sage preferred.
• Performing accounting activities for a federal contractor.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end processing of accounts payable, including invoice entry, and payment workflows for checks, ACH, credit cards, or wires.
• Reconcile vendor statements and maintain accurate vendor records (e.g., W-9s, 1099s).
• Analyze and resolve invoice discrepancies and communicate with vendors.
• Prepare billing invoices in accordance with contract terms and follow up on any outstanding balances.
• Support the preparation of contracts, stipends, and other compensation as requested.
• Process and submit semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state payroll regulations.
• Review time records, salary changes, and benefit deductions.
• Perform daily financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting and financial records.
• Reconcile financial accounts monthly.
• Prepare journal entries for various transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Assist with monthly and year-end closing processes, including creating accruals and reports.
• File tax and property returns.
• Collaborate with the Human Resources department to provide guidance on payroll-related issues.
• Track and record personal property.
• Maintain and update vendor and customer listings.
• Monitor, track, and process time and expense reports.
• Prepare and record monthly and year-end accruals and adjustments.
• Maintain, update, and enforce policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and execute onboarding and offboarding activities with Human Resources.
• Request and provide appropriate COIs.
• Manage supply and equipment orders.
• Perform ad hoc tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay + performance bonuses.
• 11 paid holidays + generous PTO.
• Full health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life & disability insurance.
• 401(k) with matching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees