Accounting Associate

Join our team at Core One! Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational, and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges. In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first! We are committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent! We offer a competitive total compensation package that sets us apart from our competition. Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic, and growing company that values exceptional performance!

Core One seeks an entry-level Accountant who will be part of an energetic and motivated team that directly impacts the growth and success of our organization. The successful candidate thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, will be able to provide a broad range of finance and accounting support, is highly attentive to detail, and is driven to improve processes and procedures. 

**This position is onsite at our Sterling, VA office 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Process month-end billing and invoices for all assigned projects 
• Process all subcontractor and independent contractor invoices and vendor accounts payables 
• Process employee expense reports
• Process weekly accounts payable check run
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close  
• Reconcile discrepancies and variances through research and analysis  
• Create and maintain standardized reports using Excel and other cost tools 
• Provide information and support for internal and external audits  
• Identify areas of opportunity to become more efficient in processes and reporting  
• Create and document processes and procedures to ensure consistency of practice  
• Assist with additional functions within the parameters of Accounting and Finance operations policies and procedures  
• Assists with other assignments and/or special projects as requested  

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors in Accounting or Finance  
• 0-2 years' relevant experience  
• Knowledge of US GAAP with strong General Accounting skills 
• A high level of proficiency in Excel required 
• Highly organized and able to multi-task 
• Ability to meet stringent deadlines in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment 
• A team player with a positive attitude 
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Desired Skills/Qualifications: 

• Minimum 1 year of experience in accounting for a government contracting company 
• Secret clearance preferred
• Experience with Costpoint or Deltek a plus 

Core One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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