Accountant

Overview

Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking an Accountant to support a major national laboratory. The Controller Division provides trusted financial services that support national security and the Laboratory’s mission. We offer efficient, transparent financial solutions across areas such as accounting, compliance, payroll, benefits, institutional tax, retirement, travel, disbursements, financial reporting, corporate accounting, and business systems. Our specialized groups ensure operational excellence and financial accountability. Driven by integrity, innovation, and collaboration, we continuously strive for world-class financial operations that align with the lab's broader goals. Join us in shaping the future of financial management and supporting our scientific and security missions.

This position will require working at an office in either Santa Fe or Los Alamos, NM.  This is not a remote position.The Controller Division Accounting group is seeking to fill an Accountant 1 position. The Controller group provides support services on the purchase of products and services to the lab. 

Responsibilities

• Report to the Controller Disbursements (CNTL-DISB) Group Team Leader and will support the group mission
• Reviewing and processing subcontractor invoices to ensure costs are paid in accordance with the subcontract requirements of moderate complexity
• Provide invoice review services that include verification that costs are accurate, properly supported and otherwise allowable
• Communicate with subcontractors, subcontract specialists, project managers and technical requesters to discuss/resolve invoice and payment issues.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field and 2 years related experience
• In lieu of a degree, additional relevant experience may be applicable
• U.S. Citizenship is required per contract
• This position is telework - must live within a 2-hour commute of Santa Fe or Los Alamos. Candidate will be required to work onsite 2 or more days per month.
• Demonstrated experience working with contracts and subcontracts processes and requirements
• Demonstrated knowledge of various contract types including time and materials, labor hours and cost reimbursement
• Knowledge in identifying performance deficiencies and recommending strategies, procedures, and implementing, improving and enhancing functionality
• Knowledge and experience in accounting, accounts payable bookkeeping or similar
• Knowledge of the application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Interpretation and application of financial policies and procedures and performing self-assessments
• Knowledge of governmental financial accounting, in accordance to federal laws governing accounting procedures and systems.
• Knowledge and experience researching, gathering, analyzing data, summarizing results, resolving problems and issues both independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while maintaining excellent organization and prioritization with proven ability to follow through completion on multiple tasks, often under strict deadlines, frequent interruptions, and changing priorities
• Demonstrated ability in providing strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability in effectively working within a team environment and interacting and networking with all levels of internal and external personnel and customers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated proficient use of computer software applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).

Desired:

• Master’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university
• Experience working with contracts and subcontracts processes and requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various contract types including time and materials, labor hours and cost reimbursement.
• Knowledge of governmental financial accounting, in accordance with federal laws governing accounting procedures and systems

About Us:

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2024.

It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law.