Accounting Specialist
Reston, VA, United States
We are currently seeking an Accounting Specialist to join our internal team at BOOST. This position will report to the Controller and is responsible for entering weekly accounts payable and accounts receivable entries, application of payments, reconciliation of bank and credit cards, assisting the Seniors with month close and maintaining accurate accounting files per each client. This position requires management of several clients, excelling at client/team relationship building, as well as ensuring quality, communication, and proactiveness in all deliverables. This is a full-time, fully-remote position.
BOOST LLC provides enterprise level services for government contractors, providing scalable solutions in accounting/finance, contracts/procurement, HR/talent acquisition, and strategic advisory services. Our passion is to guide and propel our clients towards success in this competitive sector. Our team knows GovCon compliance, and provides strategic, direct advice and services.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable weekly coding and management
Preparing and maintaining accounting documents and records
Bank and Credit Card Reconciliations
Cost Accounting application for projects
People and Expense assignment set ups in accounting system
Payroll journal entries and labor distributions
Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts for month close
Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements
Researching, tracking, and resolving accounting and/or documentation discrepancies
Participating in monthly and fiscal-quarter closings, preparing general ledger journal entries, and analyzing revenue recognition and expense variances
Compiling reports/summaries of financial activity
Additional duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience & Education Requirements
Familiarity with The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
1+ years if experience with Unanet Financials
Advanced experience with MS Office Excel (Pivot tables, Vlookups, xlookups, Sumsif, etc.)
1+ years of experience working for a Government Contractor / experience with Government Contracting
1+ years of experience working in a similar accounting role
Participate in Accounting skills exams
Personal Requirements
Highest attention to detail
Strong Communication and professional presentation (remote)
Proactive approach to project management processing for multiple clients
Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and ability to manage multiple assignments and deliverables
Work Authorization Requirements
Valid authorization to work in the U.S.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or a Degree in progress within accounting or related field (Finance, business, etc.)
Experience working with one or more accounting systems as listed
Experience working with payroll systems, timesheet systems, and expense systems
Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards
BOOST is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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