Senior Accounting Specialist

2 weeks ago


Rockville, Maryland, United States Nika Full time
Job Overview

NIKA is seeking a Staff Accountant to enhance our Accounting and Finance division. The Staff Accountant will be accountable for gathering data, calculating fees and charges, and generating invoices for billing purposes. Key responsibilities include determining costs and rates for services, entering data, and maintaining relevant records through both Unanet and traditional methods.

Recognized as a "Top Workplace" by the Washington Post, NIKA is a reputable organization dedicated to growth in an entrepreneurial setting. We collaborate with government entities to manage and operate their real estate assets. Our services in operations management, engineering, and project management deliver exceptional value and expertise to ensure operational readiness for complex and mission-critical facilities.

At NIKA, we foster an engaging work environment. This role offers a competitive compensation package that includes health and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, and various additional benefits. Our suburban office features amenities such as an on-site barista, recreational facilities, a well-stocked kitchen, and ample parking.

Educational Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is mandatory.

Position Requirements

  • 3-5 years of experience in general accounting is essential.
  • Experience with Unanet software is highly preferred.
  • Familiarity with billing in an automated accounting system is necessary.
  • Some background in project/GL coding for accounts payable and credit card transactions is required.
  • Experience in government contracting is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

The Staff Accountant will perform a variety of general accounting support functions, including:

  • Monthly invoicing for clients.
  • Validating billing data against contracts and government task orders.
  • Ensuring the accuracy of supporting data for invoices and other accounting documents.
  • Updating and maintaining accounting journals, ledgers, and records detailing financial transactions, utilizing defined computer programs.
  • Compiling data and preparing various reports, along with assigned monthly closing journal entries.
  • Assisting in the preparation of bank reconciliations.
  • Reconciling records with internal staff and external vendors or clients.
  • Recommending solutions to resolve discrepancies.
  • Investigating questionable data.
  • Complying with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Compiling statistical, financial, accounting, or auditing reports related to accounts receivable.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Providing backup for payroll processing.
  • Assisting with accounts payable processing.
  • Supporting the Payroll/AP Administrator in comparing vendor/subcontractor contract values against vendor invoices.
  • Assisting the Payroll/AP Administrator with the review of data and entries.
  • Maintaining contracts and projects.

NIKA is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.



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