Accounting Specialist

BreakForth Solutions Inc (BreakForth), a Woman-Owned Small Business, is a Technology and Professional Services firm specializing in responding to and resolving complex requirements for government agencies, contractors, and commercial organizations. BreakForth provides focused services within our core competencies of Engineering and IT Systems Integration, Data and Analytics Services, and Professional Services Solutions.

BreakForth Solutions is seeking a part-time Accounting Specialist to join our team of professional, results-oriented staff who will provide comprehensive financial business management support. The ideal candidate will have proven industry experience as an accountant, preferably in a mid-level role within a Federal Contracting environment. The Accounting Specialist serves as a vital member of the internal corporate staff and works closely with the CFO, Executive Team, Finance Team, and Operations Teams. The Accounting Specialist will manage, execute, and evaluate day-to-day financial activities.

• Note – This position may be converted to full-time at a later date.

Essential Functions

• Execute diverse accounting and finance duties in an Unanet accounting systems environment.
• Process and analyze monthly customer invoices while accurately invoicing all billable costs.
• Process monthly vendor invoices.
• Analyze and post monthly accruals and other adjusting entries.
• Enter new projects and modifications in Unanet.
• Serve as lead for Time and Labor in Unanet; provide direct support to the project teams on time and labor issues, including subcontractors.
• Prepare labor reconciliations for review and posting of labor.
• Enter new hires and process terminations within Unanet.
• Process payroll using ADP Workforce Now in a timely and efficient manner, including the production of health and welfare statements for Service Contract Act personnel.
• Support the Finance Team to develop the annual budget to maximize revenue and identify potential areas of cost savings.
• Provide recommendations to improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, government regulations, and accounting principles.
• Provide comprehensive accounting updates to the Executive Team.
• Help develop and support short- and long-term operational strategies.

Education/Skills/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Accounting in a Federal Contracting environment; 7 years’ experience can be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Knowledge of the practices and principles of government contracts accounting, budgeting, cash management, contract management, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Well-versed in FAR, CAS, and general compliance.
• Current experience with Unanet and ADP Workforce Now.
• Be able to process semi-monthly payroll using ADP Workforce Now.
• Progressive experience as a self-starter with the ability to effectively execute coordination activities, make independent and sound judgments and decisions, and identify gaps in existing processes and documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including Word; Excel; PowerPoint; Outlook; Teams; SharePoint;proficientin Adobe Acrobat Professional and other relevant software.
• Possess and demonstrate excellent and professional oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent time and priority management skills with proven experience meeting tight deadlines; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to react to project and organizational adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.
• Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines by implementing analytical and problem-solving capabilities to maintain multiple project schedules.
• Able to collaborate and interact with internal and external stakeholders effectively and professionally; must be a team player, be hands-on, and take ownership of projects.
• Exceptional customer service skills; ability to share and alleviate concerns and conflicts in a proof-positive manner and provide effective solutions, resulting in positive outcomes.
• Exceptional analytical and listening skills; willingness to learn new concepts.
• Must be detail-oriented and possess critical thinking, focused leadership, and time management skills.

BreakForth Solutions Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law.

Salary/rate will commensurate with experience.