Staff Accountant in McLean, Virginia at National Capitol Contracting

Position Summary:

National Capitol Contracting, LLC is seeking a Staff Accountant who will support the accounting functions in all aspects of the department. The Staff Accountant position is an entry-level position and reports directly to the Controller. This position is 100% remote with occasional office visits to our Headquarters office located in McLean, VA.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Input A/P invoices into the Deltek Costpoint accounting system in an accurate and timely manner while ensuring invoices are accurate and approved for timely payment.
• Prepare semi-monthly AP EFT payment runs
• Prepare and post general ledger journal entries
• Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations including bank accounts
• Coding of Accounts Payable invoices and employee reimbursements
• Work with other departments & PMs to ensure proper accounting for purchases and expenses
• Maintain financial security by following internal controls and keeps financial information confidential
• Prepare 1099-NEC & 1099-MISC forms for independent contractors and landlords
• Maintain Health & Welfare and benefit worksheets for SCA employees
• Register new states for state employment taxes
• Review and process semi-monthly timesheets for payroll
• Process semi-monthly payroll using ADP system
• Record payroll journals
• Maintain 401k participant file in plan sponsor’s portal
• Prepare and upload semi-monthly 401k contribution files to plan sponsor’s portal
• Maintain Billing Master, Labor Category File, T&M Billing Rates File and Project Workforce in Deltek Costpoint accounting system
• Maintain Deltek T&E system to ensure charge codes, Project Workforce and leave hours are in sync with Deltek Costpoint accounting system
• Reconcile timesheet hours between prime contractors’ and NCC timekeeping systems for billing purposes
• Understand and identify basic terms and conditions required in contracts
• File IFF/CAF for GSA Schedules
• Report Sales and Use Taxes and General Excise And Use Taxes for required states
• Obtain and enter project budgets in Deltek Costpoint
• Assist in contract and new employee setup including project setup and project billing and accounting
• Track and report on subcontractor and vendor accruals; assure all are complete in accordance with GAAP and internal policies
• Support purchase order requests, tracking, invoicing, and accruals
• Review project expenses for accuracy and consistency
• Create and distribute month-end project financial and contracts reports
• Support outside audits to include DCAA, GSA & CPA firm
• Enter contract modifications and contract contact information in Deltek Costpoint
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required
• Minimum of 5 years’ GOVCON experience with direct responsibilities that included finance, accounting and contracts functions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook
• Strong organizational skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize assignments
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences and influence cross functionally.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data sets to determine trends, establish strategies, and make decisions
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), FAR, FTR
• Deltek Costpoint experience a must with emphasis in Accounting, Projects, People, Time & Expense Domains

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with ADP Workforce Now payroll system

Required Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

To be successful in this position, essential skills needed, include, but are not limited to:

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, with flexibility to meet business needs.

Travel: Office visits are required once every two months to retrieve and distribute mail related to the Finance Department. Occasional on-site collaboration is also required at our Headquarters office in McLean, VA.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristic. E-Verify Employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

NCC provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant that requires a reasonable accommodation, please email us. Please reference the position in your email.