Staff Accountant

RP Professional Services is a rapidly growing government consulting firm headquartered in Ashburn, Virginia. We’re an 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) exclusively enabling the missions of U.S. federal agencies through superior mission support and technology integration. At RP, we develop value-driven, customized solutions that are executed by the best people. Our dedication to our employees and clients is driven by our promise to deliver Excellence, Value, and Flexibility. "People, not just Resources" is more than our motto; it's the foundation on which we are built!

 RP is hiring a remote full-time temp to perm Staff Accountant to join our growing Accounting & Finance team.  This position reports directly to the Accounting Manager and has primary responsibility for invoicing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit card management.  This role requires a combination of technical accounting skills, analytical abilities and strong communication skills to contribute effectively to the financial health of the company.

Responsibilities Include:

• Responsible for monthly customer invoices; this includes invoice preparation, coordinating review with the Accounting Manager and Project Managers, and submitting invoices to the customer portal

• Responsible for the Accounts Payable function
• Monitor the Accounts Payable inbox
• Verify the completeness and accuracy of vendor invoices and resolve any discrepancies; this includes comparing subcontractor invoices to Unanet timesheets
• Obtain approval from the appropriate department owner
• Create vouchers in Unanet and runs A/P aging weekly; coordinates vendor payments with the Accounting Manager
• Create and post employee vendor invoices from approved expense reports
• Upload payments to the bank portal

•  Responsible for the Accounts Receivable function
• Post incoming customer payments in UnanetRuns A/R aging weekly and follow up with customers on any payments aged greater than payment terms
• Run A/R aging weekly and follow up with customers on any payments aged greater than payment terms

• Primary responsibility for managing company credit cards and recording monthly transactions
• Code cardholder transactions in Unanet expense reporting module for cardholder review and approval
• Ensure all credit card transactions have proper supporting documentation
• Issue and cancel company cards
• Own assigned monthly closing tasks including bank account and other balance sheet account reconciliations, expense accruals, etc.
• Serve as one of our Unanet administrators performing functions to include: a review of new employee set-up, processing terminations, approval group changes; salary adjustments; assignment and de-assignment of timekeeping charge codes
• Support the annual financial statement audit by providing requested documentation and explanations
•  Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains in financial operations
•  Handle sensitive PII with the highest level of professionalism and discretion
• Collaborate with other team members to complete group taskings and attend weekly team meetings

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; the degree can be in a different field if the candidate has sufficient work experience directly related to the responsibilities of this position
• 2-5 years of work experience in an accounting department with emphasis on invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit card management, and month-end close
• Expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of other Microsoft Office products
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, work within deadlines, and prioritize competing priorities
• The ability to work for any US employer without requiring sponsorship
• Candidate must reside in VA, MD, or DC

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in government contracting
• Experience with Unanet accounting software is highly desired

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental
• Remote work
• 4% 401k match deposited semi-monthly with 100% immediate vesting
• Company paid STD and LTD
• Company paid basic life insurance
• Competitive PTO package

RP Professional Services, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.