Staff accountant

D&G Solutions is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our operations team. This role owns the core day-to-day accounting for a growing federal government contractor, managing critical recurring financial work on a daily and weekly cadence to ensure month-end close stays on schedule. The Staff Accountant is responsible for payroll, accounts payable, bank and credit card reconciliations, cash receipts, and monthly close reconciliations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and self-directed, someone who takes full ownership of a recurring workload, meets tight deadlines consistently, and raises issues early to keep operations running smoothly.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Own payroll processing end-to-end in Paycor, including validating timesheet data from Unanet, processing new hires, terminations, and pay changes, and reviewing payroll registers before approval.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll questions and coordinate closely with HR on benefits and deduction changes.
• Own the AP cycle for vendor and subcontractor invoices, including review, validation, coding, and processing in accordance with company policies.
• Record bank transactions and customer payments in Unanet accurately and on a daily basis.
• Complete bank and corporate credit card reconciliations each month by established deadlines, actively investigating and resolving variances.
• Ensure accurate general ledger coding and project/cost center allocation for all financial transactions.
• Review employee expense reports for accuracy, allowability, and compliance with company policy, FAR cost principles, and DCAA requirements.
• Coordinate with internal departments and vendors to resolve discrepancies, obtain supporting documentation, and keep processing on schedule.
• Monitor outstanding liabilities and support accounts payable aging analysis and rolling cash flow forecasting.
• Prepare reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation for the monthly, quarterly, and annual close.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records in accordance with internal controls and retention policies, while supporting the yearly audit and year-end compliance (including IRS Form 1099 preparation and filing).
• Identify and help implement continuous improvements to accounting processes, controls, and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from an accredited university.
• 1–2 years of accounting experience, including hands-on accounts payable, account reconciliations, and expense reporting.
• Hands-on experience independently processing payroll, including payroll reconciliations and journal entries.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and internal control principles.
• Intermediate Excel skills (e.g., lookups, pivot tables) and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a recurring workload independently and meet deadlines consistently.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to prioritize workload, manage deadlines independently, and maintain meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Preferred Skills

• Experience in government contract accounting (DoD, DHS, or other federal agencies), including familiarity with DCAA and FAR cost principles.
• Experience with Unanet or similar project-based accounting software (e.g., Deltek Costpoint).
• Experience with Paycor, Paylocity, or a similar payroll system, including multi-state payroll processing.
• Clear professional communication and strong cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience working in a mid-size or growing organization with a high transaction volume.

Who We Are:

D&G is one of the fastest-growing companies in the Washington, DC area and honored to be named one of the “Best Places to Work” in the nation. We are an 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) that has been recognized at the highest levels, including the DHS Secretary and Secretary of the Army PM and Team of the Year Awards. We are driven to mission success through a combination of ownership, leadership, and accountability. We believe in giving back to our community and proudly supporting organizations such as Homes for Our Troops, SemperK9, and Wreaths Across America.

Why choose us?

We invest in our employees in all aspects of their life and we value family. We offer market-competitive salary, a generous PTO package, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans. We also offer 401K, short/long-term disability insurance, a fun and engaging culture, and training opportunities to keep you up to speed with the latest technologies.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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Accommodations

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please contact the Human Resources Staff by sending an email to hr@dngsolutions.com. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries.

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