USA | Full Time Accounting/Contracting Clerk I Remote DEFTEC delivers mission critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by the critical missions of our clients, and we are driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products. POSITION OVERVIEW DEFTEC Corporation has an opening for a full-time remote Accounting Clerk I supporting our corporate team. We seek a self-motivated individual who can work independently and demonstrates strong skills as a team player. This position provides an opportunity to be a key contributor in a rapidly growing organization, with room for substantial career growth to coincide. This dynamic role will support multiple aspects of the business, including accounting, contracts management, and pricing for bids and proposals. The experience acquired in this role will provide a comprehensive foundation for excelling in various federal contracting finance and contracts positions and a path to eventual management/leadership roles. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: + Managing and tracking Accounts Payable and Receivable under the direction of the Finance Director + Assist with Monthly/Quarterly/Year-End Closings, including making closing entries and account reconciliations + Assist with bi-weekly invoice preparation, including verifying time incurred to actual billing + Assist with the tracking of various project metrics, including current burn rate, available funding, and performance against budget + Support proposal pricing efforts, including gathering relevant basis of estimate information as directed + Maintaining relevant filing, including updating contracts, customer and vendor folders + Assist with semi-monthly payroll, including verification of accurate timesheets, expense reports due to employees, and reviewing deductions for accuracy QUALIFICATIONS: Required Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration from an accredited institution (May be substituted for an Associate's Degree and 2 years of relevant experience) + 1-3 years of general accounting/financial experience + Strong analytical and interpersonal skills + Strong attention to detail + Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel + Adaptable and able to work independently Preferred Qualifications: + 1-3 years of experience in an accounting/finance role for a Federal Contractor + Experience using Unanet ERP is highly preferred + Experience using Paycom is highly preferred + Contract Administration/Management Experience, specifically understanding FAR/DFAR clauses, Government Finance Regulations, and familiarity with NDA and TA Agreements DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, life insurance, short/long term disability, and educational reimbursement. DEFTEC also matches 401k contributions dollar for dollar up to 3% of employee's income and an additional $0.50 for every dollar between 4-5% of employee's income. .The DEFTEC team is comprised of professionals who make a difference every day in crucial missions related to national security. Our leadership knows that this happens by employing a diverse team who is well taken care of. Our employees are our top priority making DEFTEC an ideal place to work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please contact HR@deftec.com if you require reasonable accommodations. DEFTEC is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. AAP/EEO Statement DEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.