Staff Accountant, Accounts Receivable

Staff Accountant, Accounts Receivable

6221 S Racine Cir, Centennial, CO 80111, USA

Employees work in a hybrid mode

Full-time

Compensation: USD 65,000 - USD 85,000 - yearly

Company Description

Join SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications. Pushing the boundaries of technology on a mission to change the world for the better from space.

Job Description

Seeking a skilled Staff Accountant for customer billing, accounts receivables management, general ledger accounting, and month-end close.  A key responsibility of the role is the accurate and timely customer invoicing, in compliance with customer contract terms.

This position will require the ability to read and understand government contract sections and apply them to invoices.  This includes funding, line-item structures, and contract billing clauses.  The candidate must have good organizational skills, be able to manage multiple deadlines, communicate effectively, and maintain productive working relationships.  The ability to think critically, analyze problems, and propose solutions is required.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare invoices for multiple contract types, including time and material, firm fixed price, and cost-type contracts.
• Submit invoices through online billing platforms, Experience with Exostar and WAWF/PIEE, preferred.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies, short-pays, and rejected invoices.
• Manage the accounts receivables aging analysis and follow-up on collections.
• Track and reconcile unbilled contract costs.
• Respond to customer and DCMA/DCAA invoice inquiries.
• Prepare journal entries and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts.
• Support month-end close.
• Prepare monthly cash estimates and accounts receivables schedules.
• Collaborate with other internal departments, and business units.
• Assist other accounting team members when necessary.

Core Competencies

• Takes ownership for all work activities and personal actions.
• Prioritizes tasks, effectively and timely.
• Takes initiative to understand job duties and responsibilities.
• Takes ownership of all responsibilities given.
• Enjoys working with a team and communicates effectively within the team.
• Takes pride in their work and the performance of the company.
• Takes initiative to develop job knowledge and technical skills, to improve quality and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 2-4 years Accounts Receivable, billing, or general ledger accounting experience. 
• Experience and skills in government contract accounting and job costing are highly desired.
• Ability to read and understand customer contracts related to billing.
• Strong Excel skills including formulas, and formatting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook and Word.
• Hands on experience with large ERP systems.  IFS experience preferred.
• Strong organization and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to details.

Additional Information

Compensation: Base salary range is $65,000-85,000/year, depending on qualifications.

SEAKR has very rich medical, dental and vision insurance plans, along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for a year-end bonus. SEAKR offers a variety of paid leave, such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA. 

Successful applicants will be invited to complete a questionnaire to help us understand your goals, skills, and experience. 

In-person, hybrid, or remote work options. Occasional extended hours during month-end close or audits.