RP Pro Services Looking for Accountant at United States, Virginia, Ashburn Full Time

RP Professional Services is a rapidly growing government consulting firm headquartered in Ashburn, Virginia. We’re an 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) exclusively enabling the missions of U.S. federal agencies through superior mission support and technology integration. At RP, we develop value-driven, customized solutions that are executed by the best people. Our dedication to our employees and clients is driven by our promise to deliver Excellence, Value, and Flexibility. “People, not just Resources” is more than our motto; it’s the foundation on which we are built!

RP is hiring an Accountant to assist the accounting department that would report directly to the Controller. The Accountant would assist with the daily operations of both the accounting department and the growing FP&A needs of the company. In addition, the Accountant would play a key role in the month end close process. The ideal candidate would be a detail oriented individual who has strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, who is able to be self-directed and work independently with limited supervision. The Accountant would be expected to coordinate with the Senior Accountant and Controller in the development and implementation of new processes and procedures as needed. RP is looking for a candidate that has strong technical skills in GAAP and has experience with systems such as PROCAS. Other core requirements of this position include the ability to thrive in a fast-paced working environment, good time management skills, the ability to hit deadlines, and to pivot quickly when needed. This position will be a good fit for a growth-minded individual who is empowered to help build out a new accounting and finance department as the company continues to grow. This position is a non-supervisory mainly remote, with occasional in-person meetings in the office.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversight over various daily/weekly operational tasks including processing transactions for cash receipts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other areas to ensure accurate accounting files and data entered into the financials
• Preparation and submission of customer invoices including coordination with Project Managers to ensure accurate rates and timesheet entries.
• Management of Accounts Payable inbox and payment of vendor invoices including obtaining invoice approvals, update of AP Aging reports, and building weekly payment reconciliations
• Reconciliation of monthly bank and credit card transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper accounting treatment/documentation is entered in accounting system (PROCAS).
• Ownership of assigned tasks for the month-end close process including but not limited to responsibility for balance sheet account reconciliations, expense accruals, posting contract activity and all operating systems/processes that support it
• Maintenance and setup of users and projects in the accounting system (PROCAS) in alignment with department standards
• Research and respond to notices and queries received for federal, state, and other compliance entities.
• Assist in maintenance of emerging finance functions such as contract profitability and funding analysis
• Coordination with Senior Accountant and/or Controller for special projects as assigned (for example, assist with financial statement audit, building workbook templates, update of forecast files, etc.)
• Develop process improvements to further accounting departments processes to ensure efficiency and compliance with applicable standards
• Organization and maintenance of electronic records in compliance with laws and regulations, as well as reporting needs for external audits
• Effective communication of technical issues or topics with individuals from both financial and non-financial backgrounds
• Handling of both sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of professionalism and the utmost care

Experience:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related business field, with emphasis in Accounting
• 1-3 years of experience
• Experience in accounting department with emphasis on Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Month-End Close process
• Expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of other Microsoft Office products
• The ability to work for any US employer without requiring sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working for/ with a government contractor preferred
• CPA/CPA Candidate preferred

The Benefits:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental
• 4% retirement match with 100% vesting
• Company paid STD and LTD
• Company paid basic life insurance
• Competitive PTO package

RP Professional Services, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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