Senior Accountant  North Charleston, SC As a Senior  Accountant, you will provide support to a growing Cyber Security Defense contractor. You will manage all Accounts Payable functions as you learn our systems and processes. This position will expand in scope as you are familiar with Adapt Forward practices. This is an excellent growth opportunity working with a solid accounting team.  Position Requirements and Duties  + Facilitate the full cycle of accounts payable expenses, including invoice processing, approval workflows, and timely payments. + Ensure accurate coding of expenses and adherence to company policies and procedures. + Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, general ledger account analysis, and P&L impact analysis. +  Assist in the preparation of financial reports related to account payable for management review. + Provide support during audits and financial reviews. + Maintain strong relationships with vendors and resolve any payment-related inquiries. + Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with vendors to optimize cash flow. + Setup and maintain accurate vendor information within Costpoint. + Review and process employee expense reports in compliance with the FAR, Joint Travel + Regulations, and company policies + Calculate, post business transactions, process invoices, verify financial data for use in maintaining accounts payable records, and provide other clerical support necessary to pay the obligations of the organization. + Identify opportunities for streamlining accounts payable processes to improve efficiency. Work with Controller to implement best practices and contribute to ongoing process + improvement initiatives. + Ensure compliance with accounting principles, company policies, and relevant regulations. + Stay informed about changes in accounting standards related to accounts payable. + Perform other responsibilities and provide administrative support, as assigned. Minimum Qualifications  + US Citizen  + Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent years of directly relevant work experience + At least five years of accounting experience Preferred Qualifications  + Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS and Joint Travel Regulations. + At least three years of DoD accounting experience  + Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong analytical skills for problem solving,risk assessment and strategy + Unquestioned integrity and business ethics + Ability to work independently without a lot of supervision and exercise sound judgment + Highly responsive with strong time management and organization skills + Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and completeness + Strong proficiency in Excel + Experience with Deltek Costpoint + Accounts Payable Module + Fixed Asset Module Expense System + Vendor Management   Company Overview Adapt Forward is a cybersecurity solutions provider for some of the nation’s most valuable information systems. Leveraging advanced threat assessment technology and experience in building high-level information security infrastructure, we develop adaptive solutions uniquely tailored to our customers’ business objectives to protect sensitive data against sophisticated threats in an increasingly complex security environment. Summary of Benefits + Comprehensive Physical Wellness Package, including Medical, Dental, Vision Care, plus Flexible Spending Accounts for health- and dependent-care are included in our standard benefits plan. + 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Contribution is immediately available and vested. + Annual Training Budget to be used for conference attendance, school enrollment, certification programs, and associated travel expenses. + Eleven Federal Holidays, plus three weeks of PTO/vacation/sick leave that accrues at a rate of ten hours per month. + Employee Assistance Program: Counseling/legal assistance and other employee well-being programs are also offered. Equal Opportunity Employment Adapt Forward is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, religion, age, gender, sexuality, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Adapt Forward promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans. Powered by JazzHR