Senior Accountant (Gov Con)

NS2 Mission is looking for a Senior Accountant to become a key member of its growing team of professionals. This pivotal role is essential to supporting the company's expansion and calls for an experienced individual with solid Government accounting knowledge to oversee all accounting functions. The ideal candidate will be energetic, collaborative, and eager to contribute to the company's continued success. A strong foundation in project cost accounting, Government contract accounting, job costing, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) is highly desirable. This position reports directly to the Controller.

This is a remote opportunity reporting out of HQ in Chantilly, VA - must be willing to commute on site quarterly

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist the Controller with the month-end close process, including general ledger account reconciliations, journal entries, indirect cost calculations, revenue reconciliations, and other accounting activities using JAMIS Prime software.
• Familiarity with JAMIS or JAMIS Prime accounting software is required
• Manage and ensure a smooth financial close process with timely financial analysis and reporting to senior management.
• Oversee payroll preparation and reconciliation of benefits and deductions.
• Set up new contracts and maintain contract modifications accurately in the accounting system.
• Generate and issue invoices to customers, troubleshoot billing issues, and collaborate with program managers for resolution.
• Review and process subcontractor timecards.
• Monitor daily cash flow needs and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Support external financial audits and tax compliance requirements.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure sound accounting practices and financial operations.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the preparation of annual incurred cost submissions.
• Provide financial guidance and insights to managers and departments as needed.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve processes, coordinating with relevant teams for cross-functional efficiencies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with at least 6 years of progressive hands-on accounting and personnel management experience.
• Experience in Government contract accounting preferred.
• ADP payroll experience is advantageous.
• CPA certification or active CPA candidacy is desirable.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Up-to-date knowledge of GAAP and CAS.
• Understanding of FAR cost principles, government contracting requirements, cost accounting, and job costing.
• Excellent judgment, leadership, and objectivity to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
• Proactive problem-solving approach.
• Ability to build effective relationships with customers, Government auditors, and internal teams.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet critical deadlines.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Accountant seeking to make a meaningful impact within a thriving company. If you meet the requirements and are excited about this challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

We win with inclusion

NS2 Mission's culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can run at their best. At NS2 Mission, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

NS2 Mission is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with NS2 Mission and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: NS2Mission.Careers@sapns2.com.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.