Staff Accountant II
Reston, VA 
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At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests.

Requisition #: 300

Job Title: Staff Accountant II

Location: Reston, VA

Clearance Level: Background Check
SUMMARY
Agile Defense is seeking a mid-level experienced Staff Accountant to join our finance department. Prior experience with handling Accounts Payable, Account Receivable, Expense Accrual/General Ledger Accounts required.
This role requires mid-level accounting skills and experience. The duties will include processing & reviewing Accounts Payable vouchers, reconciling credit card transactions, processing expense reports, processing journal entries, preparing account reconciliations and analysis, resolving account discrepancies, contributing to month-end closing process, maintaining data accuracy and integrity, assist with internal audit requests and annual audit preparation. A strong foundational knowledge of basic accounting concepts is required with an emphasis on Accounts Payable, Account Receivable, Expense Accrual/General Ledger Accounts.


JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Accounts Payable:
* Process full Accounts Payable cycle from entering vendor invoices to issuing payments.
* Process weekly check run (checks, wires, ACH) and expense reports.
* Review and reconcile invoice and account discrepancies.
* Review Open AP reports and resolve any outstanding issues.
* Audit and reconcile credit card bills/statements.
* Address and respond to vendor inquiries, maintain AP email inbox.
* Maintain the accuracy of Accounts Payable Filing, W-9 records, and process Form-1099.
* Reconcile AP accounts and make sure all AP vouchers are posted timely for month-end close.
* Initiate and process journal entries as appropriate.
* Prepares ad-hoc reports and analysis for management as requested.
* Compiles financial information, account analyses, related to Accounts Payable as needed.
* Keeps up to date on policies, procedures, and regulations that apply to Accounts Payable.
* Ensures completeness and accuracy of work performed and compliance with the Company's established accounting and control policies and procedures.
* Explains accounting transactions and resolves accounting issues and discrepancies as needed.
* Must be well versed in the accounting principles, processes, and control procedures specific to Accounts Payable.
* Pays invoices by verifying transaction information, scheduling, preparing disbursements, and obtaining authorization of payment.
* Assists in maintaining and updating written Accounts Payable procedures.
* Performs month-end variance analysis for assigned expense accounts.
* Adheres to Bank policies and procedures and completes required training.
* Identifies and reports suspicious activity.
* Accounts Receivable:
* Tracks and records payment remitted, and services rendered.
* Review daily bank activities, track incoming payments, and process cash receipt entries.
* Review Aging AR report, resolve outstanding payments, and send collection statements.
* Generate billings for assigned projects.
* Prepare bank reconciliation and assigned account reconciliations.
* Maintain precise records of all incoming payments.
* Collects funds by reminding delinquent accounts and notifying customers of insufficient payments.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Background, and Years of Experience
* Bachelor's Degree in accounting or related degree with accounting/finance emphasis preferred.
* 4-6 Years of Accounts Payable experience required, with basic knowledge of Account Receivable.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills
* Requires a high degree of attention to detail.
* Strong time management and organizational skills.
* Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
* Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
* Strong analytic abilities.

Preferred Skills
* Experience with Deltek Costpoint.
* Experience with SAP Concur.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
* 0% Travel. Office setting.

Strength Demands
* Sedentary - 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles. Some occasional walking or standing may be required. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Physical Requirements
* Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull; Climb (stairs, ladders) or Balance (ascend / descend, work atop, traverse).
Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

Happy - Be Infectious.
Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.

Helpful - Be Supportive.
Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.

Honest - Be Trustworthy.
Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.

Humble - Be Grounded.
Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.

Hungry - Be Eager.
Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.

Hustle - Be Driven.
Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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At Agile Defense, we know that our employees are our most important asset. We believe in our responsibility to our fellow employees, customers, company, and to our country. We promote teamwork, integrity, and creativity; we expect our fellow employees to also live these values.

Agile Defense, Inc. does not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other proscribed category set forth in federal or state regulations.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
4 to 6 years
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