Staff Accountant

Company Description

At RED GATE we do everything we can to serve our clients:
Using the right technical skills, unique methodologies, best practices, and integrated technology, we help clients implement bold solutions. New approaches to emerging and evolving threats. Non-traditional ways to overcome entrenched obstacles. Advantage through opportunity. If you have a serious challenge or problem, we can help you solve it. The below job description provides details on how this role will help to serve our clients.

Job Description

The Red Gate Group is seeking a highly motivated entry-level Staff Accountant to join our team in Chantilly, VA. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be a key player in our accounting department, driving the accuracy and timeliness of our financial records and reports. As a Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for supporting critical accounting functions, including managing accounts payable and receivable, processing payroll, reconciling accounts, and maintaining the general ledger. You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth financial operations of our organization, contributing to monthly and quarterly closes, and providing valuable insights through financial analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and maintain accounting functions such as processing accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll, and general ledger maintenance.
• Process weekly check runs, expense reports, and manage banking activities, including positive pay/ACH submissions and credit card reconciliations.
• Reconcile payroll reports, ensure accuracy in vendor-prepared payroll tax returns, and process timesheets and labor postings.
• Review AP and AR aging reports, resolve outstanding payments, and generate accurate billings in a timely manner.
• Maintain depreciation schedules and reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Support special projects, ad hoc requests, and assist in developing and implementing accounting control procedures.

Join our team and gain valuable experience in a collaborative and dynamic environment where you can grow your accounting skills and contribute to the financial success of the Red Gate Group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 0-2 years of accounting experience, preferably with a solid understanding of general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint and strong skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.

Desired

• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Additional Information

The Red Gate Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group, Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Know Your Rights