Senior Accountant / Payroll

Senior Accountant/Payroll

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Accountant/Payroll professional to join our team in Sterling, VA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and payroll, with a focus on managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing. This role is pivotal in ensuring the financial health and compliance of our organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all payroll activities, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee payments.
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, including generating and distributing customer invoices.
• Ensure invoices are generated and distributed in accordance with approved billing terms and schedules, following review by the AP/AR Coordinator.
• Accurately process upfront, annual, and multi-year billing, preventing duplicate or premature invoicing.
• Confirm billing readiness and approvals, consolidating related charges when appropriate, and recording invoices in the correct period.
• Process customer payments and credits, researching billing and account discrepancies.
• Coordinate approved corrections with the AP/AR Coordinator to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and statements as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.

Requirements

<>Required Skills

• Proven experience in accounting and payroll management.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Experience with generating and distributing customer invoices.
• Ability to accurately process billing and prevent duplicate or premature invoicing.
• Proficiency in processing customer payments and credits.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to research and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Effective communication and coordination skills with the AP/AR Coordinator.

<>Preferred Skills

• Prior experience with a CPA firm.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and software.
• Experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Knowledge of financial reporting and compliance requirements.