Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Dayton, OH Pay From: $35.00 per hour

MUST: Experienced Staff Accountant 3+ years of experience required AP, AR, GL, and payroll knowledge Strong excel skills Government contracting and ERP experience required Knowledge of cost allocation, understanding of indirect rates Prior experience in accounting preferably in the government contracting space Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in financial reporting and accounting knowledge. Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills. Experience with Unanet and ADP Workforce Now is desired Bachelor's preferred

DUTIES: Provide oversight of all accounting functions (accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, month/year end close, etc.) for a growing government contractor. Responsible for Accounts Receivable, including new customer account set up, monthly billing for smaller customers, and payment collection. Process Accounts Payable, including vendor setup, bill entry and bill payment. Ensure accuracy of entry and timely payment of all bills. Review vendor invoice transactions, corporate credit cards, and employee expense reports to ensure they are in accordance with prescribed procedures and posted to the proper accounts. Oversee bi-weekly payroll and timesheet cycle; Assure timesheets are completed in accordance with established policies and contractual agreements, maintain related records, ensure reconciliation with payroll system and accounting system is complete. Assist with month-end closing process, including preparation of supporting schedules, recording journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and monthly bank reconciliations. Reconciles accounts and investigates any issues in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and labor accounts. Maintain assigned accounts to ensure clearing of settled transactions and follow up on missing entries. Supports property tax filings and various state and local business tax items, as needed. Research technical tax, audit, and accounting/cost issues as necessary Prepare quarterly financial package for executive and external review. Coordinate and serve as primary point of contact during the yearly 401K audit and financial audit with an outside firm; tasks include preparing supporting schedules, compiling documentation, responding to questions and other requests, ensuring a successful and timely audit. Assist with the annual corporate tax process; perform tax planning throughout the year and review situations with Director of Finance. Prepare and send annual 1099's to necessary vendors. Maintain monthly task checklist to ensure that all tasks are being completed on time and follow up with co-workers on incomplete tasks Use expert excel and data analytical skills to conduct in-depth analyses to identify, isolate and resolve complex discrepancies, including performing timely ad-hoc analyses, account reconciliations, and variance analyses. Perform other accounting, financial, or administrative tasks as required by the Director of Finance or other.