Accounts Payable Specialist III (GovCon)

WWC Global is seeking a full-time, remote Lead Accounts Payable Specialist with strong analytical, problem solving and organization skills. The ideal candidate will have effective and proactive communication skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects and deliver on deadlines in a fast-paced and growing environment. The AP Lead will be part of a collaborative team, applying principles of accounting and assisting the Accounting Team in day-to-day functions supporting operations for multiple legal entities.

Duties included but may not be limited to:

Accounts Payable Lead Duties 

• Assist in the development and implementation of accounts payable policies, procedures, best practices and internal controls.
• Assist in the development and implementation of accounts payable strategy, objectives and goals.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of process improvements projects to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounts payable operations.
• Serve as lead and point of contact for new and developing team members, providing training and guidance for accounts payable and expense technical, process and procedural support and queries.
• Manage the vendor maintenance process and maintain vendor files in accordance with best practices and company policy.
• Accounts Payable invoice data management, including collecting, organizing, storing, retention, archiving and disposal.
• Assist with regulatory filings including 1099 state and federal reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve any accounts payable-related inquiries or issues.

Accounts Payable Duties

• Serve as the point of contact for all accounts payable, employee expense reports and company purchase cards inquiries or issues.
• Assist with daily accounts payable operations for multiple entities.
• Process AP invoices to ensure invoices are in compliance with company policy and GAAP.
• Review and reconcile vendor statements to ensure all outstanding invoices are accounted for and resolved.
• Manage AP shared mailbox.
• Prepare and process weekly vendor payments in a timely manner.

Travel & Expense Duties

• Manage the Concur employee expense reimbursement process including the administration of the company purchase card program.
• Manage, review, and verify employee expense reports and company purchase card reports for accuracy and compliance with JTR (Joint Travel Regulations), company policy and GAAP.
• Manage Expense Report shared mailbox.
• Provide customer service and technical support to Concur users.
• Provide expense management data analytics and reporting on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Assist AP Manager with Concur administration, adding/terminating/updating user information and other updates as needed.
• Assist accounting team and management with expense reporting and inquiries.
• Perform monthly credit card reconciliation and follow-up on pending and outstanding items.

General Accounting Duties

• Maintain accounts payable ledger accuracy and reconcile to general ledger; investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation of month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports related to accounts payable.
• Provide support during external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries related to accounts payable transactions.
• Assist accounting team with bank reconciliations.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting tasks as assigned.

Expected annual salary $60,000

Work Environment:

• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel

• 0-10% / Minimal travel.

WWC Global, a Pequot company, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At WWC Global, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of diverse professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. WWC Global is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

WWC Global will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to WWC Global HR at [email protected].

WWC Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer – we do not discriminate based on age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender, veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

WWC Global's Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with WWC Global HR at [email protected].

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of full cycle Accounts Payable experience.
• Experience using electronic Accounts Payable workflow.
• Experience using Concur Expense or similar travel and expense application.
• Experience auditing OCONUS expense reports.
• Basic knowledge of general accounting principles.
• Experience working with multiple entities and intercompany transactions.
• Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to succeed in a rapidly growing and changing organization.
• Analytical, accuracy and attention to detail skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills with a client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Ability to pass a federal background investigation including fingerprinting.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. WWC Global will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Joint Travel Regulation requirements.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in government contractor finance and accounting.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in government industry accounting systems such as Jamis, Deltek, or Unanet ERP.
• Strong Excel skills and the ability to design and manage complex spreadsheets.
• AP Accrual and account reconciliation experience.
• Concur Invoice experience.

Benefits

WWC Global offers a competitive benefits plan including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Eligibility requirements apply.