General Accountant – Federal Government

Overview

As a General Accountant (Federal Government) you will be responsible for the execution of accounting assignments and functions related to government (sub) contracts. You will possess a strong accounting background with a solid foundation of experience, knowledge, and understanding of principles, practices, and procedures related to all aspects of governmental accounting and financial analysis, including accounting & budgeting. As a Mid-level position, this role is also expected to provide guidance on accounting and finance topics, and promotion of company policies and best practices.

The General Accountant is a key member of the finance team and works directly with the company's Chief Executive Officer, and our clients, to help meet the project s financial goals and objectives. The position is onsite and based in Germantown, MD.

• Prepare, review, analyze, and submit a variety of complex and/or special reports, reconciliations, work papers, schedules, tables, and/or statements to and from internal departments and the Federal Government.
• Provide support to other internal departments by resolving financially related problems and reviewing internal controls.
• Supports accounting operations including preparing or assisting with monthly invoices/bills, reviewing and preparing other journal entries for Government division/project based.
• Track project-specific expenses, and prepare analyses and financial projections to produce monthly financial reports.
• Able to maintain project-specific vendor communication. Prepare project related Purchase Orders.
• Verify the accuracy of vendor invoices.
• Bookkeeping - Accounts Payable and Receivable (Government division)
• Supervise and assist in preparing Federal Government project budgets and budget revisions; analyze actual financial performance compared to budget.
• Prepares various reports (e.g., project and operating budgets) of a moderately complex nature using spreadsheets.
• Maintain project-specific documentation and database.
• Evaluate existing accounting procedures and make recommendations for improvements and compliance.
• Ability to analyze data, create reports and/or presentations, and communicate results internally and to the management team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be a U.S. citizen with an ability to obtain a US government security clearance if required by contract.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. A combination of relevant education and relevant experience is accepted.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Accounting or Finance, performing above-referenced tasks and duties including progressive experience in billing and accounting operations for government (sub) contracts.
• Will work closely with our engineering & finance team in partnership and strategic approach.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated and focused individual to solve accounting and financial problems without needing specific directions.
• Familiarity with accounting software (Quick Books preferably).
• Strong knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc)
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Familiarity with US government Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) a plus.
• Familiarity with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) for classified information matters.

• A dynamic, innovative, and productive workplace
• Continuous career growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K match
• Flextime
• Fun & games events
• Coffee, sweets, & much more...

Maxtena is an Equal Opportunity Employer.