Senior Accountant (Memphis Metropolitan Area)

POSITION SUMMARY

Tate Computer Systems, Inc. (Itonyx) is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to lead core accounting operations — general ledger, AP/AR, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close — while also serving as finance owner for government-contract sales activity, including Federal Government Contracts order-to-cash, revenue recognition, and government invoicing. This role blends hands-on staff accounting with process ownership, procurement support, and audit-ready documentation aligned to ISO 9001. Proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel is essential; a minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience is required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting & Financial Oversight

• Lead month-end and year-end close; prepare and analyze financial statements and reports.

• Own AP/AR, bank and GL reconciliations; maintain clean, accurate financial records.

• Implement SOPs and support ERP maintenance and continuous improvement.

• Monitor the accounting inbox and leverage QuickBooks/Excel for efficient workflows.

Tax Compliance & Filings

• Prepare and file sales and use tax filings (local and state).

• Manage payroll tax reporting and property tax filings.

• Ensure overall tax compliance; coordinate with external tax accountants/auditors on tax matters.

Government Contract & Sales Finance (SEWP VI)

• Process task orders order-to-cash, tied to Federal Government Contracts Control Number (SSCN) and order records; prepare and submit accurate government invoices and track DSO/aging.

• Prepare quarterly Agency Administrative Handling Fee reports; reconcile collected vs. remitted fees.

• Support RFQ pricing/quote development with cost build-ups and gross-margin analysis; apply correct product-vs-services revenue recognition; maintain segregated, audit-ready Federal Government Contract.

Purchasing, Order Processing & Office Support

• Place and track purchase orders; manage vendor communication and resolve order issues; oversee inventory and re-orders.

• Process customer orders and audit PO, SO, and inventory items as needed.

• Manage shipping/receiving and documentation systems; support C-Suite and streamline workflow operations.

• Perform other duties as assigned; this list is not exhaustive.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Minimum 5 years progressive experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or financial operations (GL, AP/AR, reconciliations, close).

• Proficient in QuickBooks and Excel; comfortable with ERP and spreadsheet-based analysis.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, not required; CPA/CMA not required.

Preferred

• Exposure to government-contract or sales finance (order-to-cash, invoicing, revenue recognition); DCAA-aware environment familiarity.

• CPA/CMA or progress toward certification.

Skills

• Strong work ethic, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to accuracy and integrity.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills; detail-oriented.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and other office management software.

Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity for computer/office equipment use; some travel and overtime may be required.

TCS/Itonyx is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodation available upon request through Human Resources.