Staff Accountant

National Capitol Contracting - West McLean, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - West McLean, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Staff Accountant position at National Capitol Contracting is a remote role primarily focused on maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the Finance department's daily operations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and organizational skills, with a keen attention to detail, and will gain valuable experience in government contracting.

Responsibilities

• Input A/P invoices into the Deltek Costpoint accounting system accurately and timely.
• Prepare semi-monthly AP EFT payment runs.
• Prepare and post general ledger journal entries.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations including bank accounts.
• Code Accounts Payable invoices and employee reimbursements.
• Collaborate with other departments & PMs to ensure proper accounting for purchases and expenses.
• Maintain financial security by following internal controls and keeping 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 and 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.
• 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 the 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• 2+ years of experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organization skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize assignments.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with ADP Payroll System
• Experience within Government Contracting
• Experience utilizing Deltek Costpoint with concentration in Accounting, Projects, People, Time & Expense domains.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Three weeks accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid federal holidays
• 401(k) with company match