Staff Accountant (Accounts Receivables and Subcontractor Disbursements)

Tessera•Bremerton, WA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Join Tessera and make a difference. Tessera is a national leader in creating meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are a dynamic and growing organization of social entrepreneurs dedicated to building strong communities and delivering exceptional service. About Tessera: A recognized leader in inclusive employment and workforce development. A mission-driven team of innovative and passionate professionals. Operating self-sustaining businesses across 15 states and the District of Columbia, with a workforce of more than 1,700 employees. Committed to providing outstanding customer experiences across all service lines. Focused on supporting employee growth through robust training, development, and support programs. Our Bremerton, Washington Home Office supports nationwide operations with a highly skilled and motivated team specializing in finance, human resources, vocational and workforce development, information systems, strategy, business development, communications, marketing, quality, safety, learning, and more.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
5 – 8 years of previous Accounting or Finance experience is required.
Combination of education and previous experience will be considered.
Must be detail oriented, organized, and attentive, with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Must have strong analytical thinking, problem solving, and time management skills.
Must have strong computer literacy, exceptional customer service, and be adaptable & flexible
Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Nice To Haves

Previous GAAP, Financial Reporting, and Accountant standards knowledge is highly preferred.
A valid state driver’s license is preferred with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.

Responsibilities

Coordinating customer payments, tracking, and invoicing for multiple customer contracts, resolving payment discrepancies, reducing accounts receivable delinquency with ongoing collection efforts in support of multiple Tessera entities.
Displaying exceptional customer service to all points of contact within the company as well as external customers.
Ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial records through detailed analysis, internal controls, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Track work in progress and create customer invoices using Workday.
Prepare and maintain reconciliations for balance sheet accounts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
Create subcontracted supplier documentation and coordinate timing of payments.
Record daily deposits in Workday and Checkbook.
Research and resolve customer short and over payments.
Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies.
Administer the processing and collection of insufficient funds checks.
Track status changes of DFAS invoices from point of entry to payment.
Prepare clear, succinct documentation to present to Controller for write-offs or adjustments on customer accounts.
Perform daily and ongoing collections communication based on customer payment terms.
Collaborate with Contracting/Project Accountants to resolve billing issues.
Respond to both internal and external customer inquiries in a prompt and timely manner.
Answer all account inquiries, documenting requests and responses in database for account history reference.
Maintenance of W-9 and creating customer records.
Supports the maintenance of commission rates, initiates the commission process and reconciles calculations as needed.
Participates in employer sponsored educational opportunities, i.e. on-site training and online classes
Update estimated Receivables and outgoing subcontractor payments in Checkbook.
Maintain process and procedure documentation.
Prepare, maintain, and analyze unbilled revenue, unearned revenue, and AR Aging Reports.
Seek opportunities for professional development and cross-functional collaboration to support team goals and company culture.
Monitor and maintain accurate records of customer payments, returns, and related issues.
Oversee timely processing and maintenance of receivable accounts.
All Other Duties as Assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment
Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation, paid sick leave
Potential shared earning bonus
Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
Verizon wireless discount
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees