Junior Corporate Accountant (IN-OFFICE)

Who is Chinook?
Chinook Systems, Inc. is a leader in delivering lifecycle energy security solutions to mission critical government and commercial facility Owners. We specialize in the engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations of intelligent, cyber secure, code compliant, and energy efficient building systems. Our solutions save millions of dollars in utility costs, reduce harmful emissions to the environment, and mitigate cyber‐attacks on facilities. Chinook provides motivated candidates with the opportunity to join a fast‐growing, innovative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative work environment.

The Work:

As a Junior Accountant, you will work with both corporate departments and the Technical Services groups to provide day to day accounting support and ensure the timely delivery of services, data, and reporting. In this role you will ensure compliance with accounting regulations, corporate policies and procedures, and contract requirements. Further, you will support the development and implementation of best practice policies and procedures to maximize cash flow and ensure accurate reporting of accounting transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle vendor invoice reviews for appropriate documentation and approval prior to entry into the ERP system and payment.
• Record and verify all expense reports, ensure proper compliance with company policies and contract requirements.
• Prepare and process check runs, wire transfers and ACH transactions.
• Be reliable, curious and a quick learner.
• Assist with journal entries to the General Ledger.
• Assist in month end closing through analysis and reconciliation of transactions posted to the General Ledger and relevant subledgers.
• Allocate expenditures to correct accounts and pools according to company policies, GAAP, DCAA and the FAR.
• Handle vendor administration including new vendor set up, maintenance, and vendor updates.
• Disseminate information both in writing and verbally, explaining complex technical information clearly across all communication platforms.
• Review AP Aging monthly and provide analysis to the Director of Finance and Administration.
• Process AP reconciliations, including bank, payroll and credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes.
• Be responsible for all AP functions, including payroll and vendor payments.
• Exercise your strong attention to detail.
• Assist with Project setup.
• Assist with all internal and external audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• This is an entry level role. It requires 0-3 years of Accounting experience. A High School Diploma and an additional 4 years of directly relevant government accounting experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Requires experience with the accounting software Unanet.
• Must have a strong understanding of Accounts Payable (AP).
• Requires familiarity with Bank and Credit Card reconciliations.
• Requires an understanding of accounting practices and procedures, project-based accounting under federal contracts, financial statements, and the full accounting cycle.
• Must have an understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Citizenship/Clearance Requirements:

• Applicants for employment must be U.S. Citizens and must be able to obtain and maintain up to a Top Secret clearance due to our customer requirements and the nature of the work that we do.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with Federal Contractors.
• Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Knowledge of spreadsheets and ERP accounting software.
• Ability to create dashboards and custom reports.

Physical Considerations:

• Must be able to work in an office environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Chinook Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against anyone because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, or sexual orientation.

Chinook is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.