Staff Accountant at Valiant Solutions

Job description

Valiant Solutions is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our rapidly growing team. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the company’s success by ensuring financial integrity, driving process improvements, and supporting organizational growth. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with hands-on expertise in financial management systems and federal contracting regulations. As the Staff Accountant , you will be a critical member of the finance team, responsible for supporting the financial operations and ensuring compliance with government regulations, industry standards, and company policies. This role provides strategic financial insights, maintains accurate financial records, and optimizes the organization’s financial performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in federal government contracting, advanced proficiency with Google Suite, and experience using Unanet for financial management. Valiant Solutions is a company that c ares about its employees- we've been named one of the Best Places to Work in the Washington DC area 12 years in a row ! If you are interested in learning more about Valiant and this opportunity, we invite you to apply now! This position allows for 100% remote work. Remote work necessitates a high-level trust in our employees and we strictly adhere to the details found below in our Remote Work Policy. Required Experience: • 3+ years of proven experience as a staff accountant or similar financial role within federal government contracting. • Advanced hands-on experience with Unanet, including project accounting, reporting, and financial management functionalities. • Advanced proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) for collaboration and reporting. • Expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic recommendations. • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a track record of effectively managing teams. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is strongly preferred Key Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Compliance • Manage and maintain the Unanet system for project accounting, invoicing, timekeeping, and expense reporting. • Develop and implement internal controls, as needed, to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting. • Invoice customers and submit in accordance with the contract • Manage accounts payable, process payments, and save documents • Assist in month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Accounting & General Ledger • Oversee and assist with the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial transactions in the general ledger. • Monitor and reconcile balance sheet accounts, ensuring that all entries are in compliance with established accounting principles and government requirements. • Support the accounting team in ensuring proper accounting for all costs, including direct and indirect costs, and ensure correct allocation to government contracts. • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable • Monitor cash flow and manage banking relationships to ensure financial stability. Billing & Invoicing • Ensure invoices comply with contract terms, funding limitations, and applicable government regulations. • Coordinate with Contracts and Program Management teams to validate billing data, labor charges, and contract modifications prior to invoice submission. • Support DCAA, CPSR, and customer audits related to billing and contract accounting activities. Internal Controls & Audit Support • Assist in maintaining and improving internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with accounting and regulatory standards. • Support external and internal audits by providing necessary documentation, working papers, and clarifications for auditors as needed. • Ensure compliance with policies related to revenue recognition, billing, and financial management. Government Contracting Compliance • Review and monitor contract costs to ensure the accurate application of labor, materials, and overhead charges. About Valiant Solutions Valiant Solutions is a security-focused IT solutions provider with public clients nationwide. Named one of the fastest growing privately held companies by Inc. 5000, Washington Technology’s Fast 50, and Washington Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in the D.C. area, Valiant Solutions prides itself on providing its employees with great benefits and career development opportunities. As a company, we are just as committed to growing careers as we are to building world-class IT solutions, all while enjoying an unparalleled work-life balance. We are in a phase of tremendous growth and building the team that will take us to the next level. We seek people whose talents and accomplishments will contribute to a thriving company, who have the character to support their capacity, and can make a positive impact on our culture. Alongside our talented team, you’ll learn to think quickly on your feet and expand your own personal and professional skill set. Our management team will inspire you to consider new perspectives and challenge you to become a better practitioner in the fast-paced industry of IT security. We hire people we respect – and we trust them to deliver results leveraging their expertise. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment as part of a stellar team of professionals, then we invite you to apply online today. Benefits Snapshot (includes, but not limited to) Valiant pays 99% of the Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Full-time Employees Valiant contributes 25% towards Health Coverage for Family and Dependents 100% Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Policy for Full-time Employees 100% Paid Certifications 401K Matching up to 4% Paid Time Off Paid Federal Holidays Wellness & Fitness Program Valiant University – Online Education and Training Portal FSA programs for: Medical Costs, Dependent Care, Transit, and Parking Referral Bonuses Remote Work Policy Remote work necessitates a high level of trust in our employees. To ensure that employee performance does not suffer in a remote work environment, all employees who telecommute are expected to have a quiet and distraction-free workspace with adequate internet, dedicate their full attention and availability to their job duties during working hours, and maintain a schedule during core business hours that align with those of their coworkers and Valiant's clients. In alignment with Valiant's inclusive and engaging environment, cameras are encouraged and can be required to be on during virtual video conferences. Additionally, in alignment with the Office of the Inspector General’s effort to eliminate conflicting employment, all Valiant employees are required to disclose any current or future outside employment engagements. During onboarding and throughout employment, employees must disclose any current activities or intent to engage in outside employment or other professional activities and obtain written approval. Employees may not solicit or conduct any outside business during core business hours for Valiant Solutions and our clients. Equal Employment Opportunity Valiant Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sex stereotyping, gender identity, gender expression or transgender status), religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information/history or any other personal characteristic protected by law. Physical Demands Sitting or standing at a desk for prolonged periods of time and consistent operation of a computer. Frequent communication and exchanging of accurate information via electronic communication, phones, and in person. Occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Authorization to Share Resume and Personal Information By submitting your resume for this position, you authorize Valiant Solutions to share your resume, as well as, personal information included on the resume, with its subsidiaries, affiliates and teaming partners for the purpose of considering you for this position and other available positions requiring comparable skills, education and experience. Should Valiant Solutions or its affiliates and teaming partners wish to initiate pre-employment discussions, you will be asked to complete an employment application and related employment documents.

Requirements

Must-haves

This position allows for 100% remote work. Remote work necessitates a high-level trust in our employees and we strictly adhere to the details found below in our Remote Work Policy.
3+ years of proven experience as a staff accountant or similar financial role within federal government contracting.
Advanced hands-on experience with Unanet, including project accounting, reporting, and financial management functionalities.
Advanced proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) for collaboration and reporting.
Expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic recommendations.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a track record of effectively managing teams.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
Manage and maintain the Unanet system for project accounting, invoicing, timekeeping, and expense reporting.
Develop and implement internal controls, as needed, to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
Invoice customers and submit in accordance with the contract
Manage accounts payable, process payments, and save documents
Assist in month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Accounting & General Ledger
Oversee and assist with the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial transactions in the general ledger.
Monitor and reconcile balance sheet accounts, ensuring that all entries are in compliance with established accounting principles and government requirements.
Support the accounting team in ensuring proper accounting for all costs, including direct and indirect costs, and ensure correct allocation to government contracts.
Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable
Monitor cash flow and manage banking relationships to ensure financial stability.
Billing & Invoicing
Ensure invoices comply with contract terms, funding limitations, and applicable government regulations.
Coordinate with Contracts and Program Management teams to validate billing data, labor charges, and contract modifications prior to invoice submission.
Support DCAA, CPSR, and customer audits related to billing and contract accounting activities.

Nice-to-haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is strongly preferred

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