Senior Accountant

Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
Systems Planning and Analysis is searching for a dynamic team member to serve as a Senior Accountant for the accounting team under the finance organization. The Company is experiencing a high rate of growth and need a leader to come and create scalable processes for a larger organization. This role requires excellent knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and government contracting experience.
Responsibilities
Expected Contributions and Responsibilities
* Assist the Controller in the monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger close and ensure all activities are completed timely and accurately
* Collaborate with the Accounting Manager to maintain the company's accounts and sub ledgers by ensuring the correct and accurate accounting classification of all entries in accordance with GAAP, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Financial Audit Regulation (FAR)
* Assist the Controller in the monthly journal entries and reconciliation process of all respective general ledger accounts by preparing accounting reconciliations and resolving variances timely
* Collaborate with the Accounting Manager and Controller on the annual financial statement audit and other critical audits as necessary by ensuring all audit requests are provided timely and accurately
* Prepare journal entries, roll-forward schedules, and related documentation for items such as fixed assets, prepaids, intangibles, debt, leases etc.
* Assist with the completion of the annual Incurred Cost Submission as needed
* Perform account research and ad-hoc accounting/reporting/administrative tasks
* Assist in the maintenance and improvement of Deltek Costpoint functions as necessary
* Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
* 4+ years Accounting experience, with experience managing others preferred
* Bachelor's or Associate's degree required in Accounting or Finance, CPA or CPA candidate is preferred
* Government contracting is required
* Deltek Costpoint experience preferred.
* Knowledge of GAAP, CAS, FAR and control understanding
* Strong organizational, prioritization skills, and attention to detail
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Demonstrate high level of integrity, professionalism including teamwork
* Ability to effectively plan, work well under pressure and short deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Strong problem solving, research, and analytical skills
* Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work in a collaborative environment
* Creates an atmosphere in which timely information flows smoothly through the organization
* Actively pursues learning and self-development to enhance personal, professional and business growth; shares learning and development with their team
* Strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills
* Deltek GL experienced needed.
Location
* This position will be hybrid based at SPA Headquarters in Alexandria, VA.
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