Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant position is a highly detailed and process-based role in which you will report to the VP of Finance. Must be able to learn our ERP system, Deltek Costpoint. Duties include monthly and year-end closes, journal entries, data entry and account reconciliations.

This position requires an outstanding work ethic and multi-tasking abilities. Follow-up, meeting deadlines and confidentiality are essential. The work is rewarding and at times challenging. You will assist the VP of Finance with report creation and other projects on an as needed basis. Remote work will be an option on an as-needed and approved basis, however, maintaining consistent office attendance is required.

This position is onsite at our Vienna, VA office and reports directly to the VP of Finance.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Accounts Receivable & Payables

1. Process Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, including data entry and reconciliations. Ensure bills are paid on time and that revenue is entered and booked.
2. Prepare A/R and A/P aging reports and follow-up to ensure timely payments and collections.
3. Respond to customer and vendor inquires, on a timely basis, and resolve issues or elevate to supervisor for resolution.

1. Ledger Entries

1. Perform data entry and general ledger journal entries (i.e., payroll, depreciation, etc.) on a regular basis
2. Responsible for ensuring data input accuracy and reviewing and preparing adjustments for approval as needed.

1. Other

• Assist the VP of Finance, as needed in financial reporting, forecasting and budgeting.
• Assist in completion of the payroll process, data verification and payroll reporting.

The ideal candidate can work independently, remotely as needed, and be part of a team. Prior experience in preparing journal entries, account reconciliations and financial report preparation is a requirement. Experience in preparing budgets and performing variance analysis is a plus.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Government cost accounting preferred
• Microsoft Excel
• Analysis Skills
• Accurate data input
• General Ledge account reconciliations
• U.S. Citizen

About Us

If you would like to be part of a hard-working and growth-minded company that works with a sense of purpose, Paragon is the place for you.

We recognize and celebrate diversity and success and offer an ideal work/life balance. Many of our employees work here for a long time because of the satisfaction the find in the work itself. They also enjoy our generous family-oriented health, vacation, and financial benefits.

Paragon is dedicated to helping our employees thrive…

• Our employees are precious resources, and we are committed to their well-being and personal growth.
• We are fundamentally focused on satisfying both our employees and customers.
• We consistently exhibit integrity, dedication, and excellence in all that we do.
• We provide people with the right skills and tools to succeed and grow professionally.
• We celebrate and share our successes with our employees first and foremost.

Benefits

Paragon offers competitive benefits to make health and wellness a priority for every employee.

• Health and Wellness
• Health Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending and HSA Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Work/Life Balance
• 401(k) with Company match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick)
• Paid Leave (Including Military Leave)
• Holiday Pay

Paragon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by country, regional, or local law.

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor participating in eVerify.