Staff Accountant

LightGrid is looking for a Staff Accountant to work REMOTELY with occasional Travel to Virginia Beach.

3-5 years of experience is required
Bachelors in Finance with Concentration in Accounting or Bachelors in Accounting or a related field.
Proficient in supporting daily accounting operations of a Government Contracting company, to include but not limited to:
• Manage all Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities
• Monitor contract funding levels and expenditures
• Responsible for Payroll processing, multiple state registrations and certifications
• Processes travel expenses and ensures compliance with Federal regulations and contract terms
• Maintain vendor profiles and required documentation
• Maintain and manage the company’s General Ledger (GL), ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and properly classified
Experience with
• FAR, Cost Accounting Standards & GAAP Knowledge
• Accounts Receivables/Payables
• Proficient in reconciliations
• Proficient in Excel, Word and Adobe
• Experience with ERP systems (Unanet, costpoint, quickbooks, procas, etc)

Will Review contracts and purchase orders to understand billing terms and requirements
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable, including reviewing invoices and tracking payments
• Prepare and submit invoices for government contracts and subcontractors in line with contract terms
• Monitor contract funding, labor charges, and expenses to ensure they stay within approved limits
• Set up new vendors and maintain vendor records, including collecting required documentation (W-9s, banking info, etc.)
• Ensure all financial transactions comply with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) requirements