Staff Accountant (Corp179)

RII develops cutting-edge software for the government and military. We use agile development practices and user-centered design to create innovative software solutions for complex real-world problems. We're breaking through the big, slow status quo with transformative technology that fundamentally changes and improves the world.
RII is looking for a committed Staff Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team to solve unique, challenging problems for our Defense and Homeland Security customers. The Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting in the recording of transactions into the project/general ledger, preparation of financial reports to track the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities. Get s#it done. 
Role will be hybrid with 2-3 days in the office in Alexandria and 2-3 days working remotely.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Perform all payroll related duties – timesheets completion and approval follow ups, labor reconciliations, assisting employees with charge codes access, and coordinating payroll with HR and external PEO, and recording payroll journal entries.
• Process accounts payable & receivable, reconciles accounts, maintain files, and assist in the monthly closing activities.
• Reconcile bank accounts at least monthly, verify deposits, record cash application to receivables, and address inquiries from banks. 
• Reconcile customer accounts and support accounts receivable collections.
• Assist in maintaining the general ledger and fixed asset register.
• Assist in providing documents/responses to outside accountants for annual tax/review/audit preparation.
• Assist in annual local license and tax preparation (PPT & BPOL) 
• Assist in preparing periodic/monthly balance sheets, profit & loss statements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU HAVE DONE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in the government contracting industry including cost accounting practices preferred.
• Experience within the Payroll-/Compensation- cycle is required.
• Related experience with accounting and financial reporting
• Detail oriented and strong documentation skills.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong Excel skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work in an ambiguous environment with multiple initiatives and changing priorities.

EVEN BETTER

• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP requirements preferred.
• Experience with various contract types (Fixed Price, Cost Plus, and T&M) preferred.
• Experience with prevalent industry tools such as Costpoint and Unanet preferred.

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At RII, we believe that diversity in our workforce is critical to our success. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger. We work to help your intellectual passions and creativity thrive. It’s one of our core values: Let your geek flag fly.
We also offer all employees comprehensive benefits including: flexible work schedules, health insurance coverage, paid time off, 401k with a company match, paid parental leave, access to wellness programs and much more. You get this all from day one, and all paid for by RII.
It’s all part of another of our core values: Stay human. It’s why our comfortable and colorful offices such as our headquarters, include a community game room, pantry, massage chair, and an escape room, among other amenities. It’s why we have community ambassadors and regular community events.
Research Innovations, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.