Overview:

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.  

SPA is searching for a dynamic team member to report to the Senior Manager of Accounts Receivable ("AR") and lead AR team daily billing requirements, integrations, and process improvements. The Company is experiencing a high rate of growth and needs a leader to come and create scalable processes for a larger organization.  This role requires excellent knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as well as experience managing a team of individuals.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilites:

Oversee the end-to-end AR process, for assigned programs, including review of bill preparation, reconciliation, submission, and resolution of errors or inquiries, and ultimately ensure timely receipt of payment

Manage integrations of new acquisitions for the AR department

Assist the Senior Manager of AR in identifying and implementing areas of process improvement for the AR department

Manage the maintenance and documentation of proper controls and policies related to accounts receivable with other responsible parties

Ensure compliance is maintained with GAAP, CAS, and the FAR

Assist with the completion of the annual Incurred Cost Submission, as needed

Assist in the annual budget process and provide support, as needed

Assist with audit requests and ensure they are provided timely and accurately

Partner with other AR individuals to review and maintain the reconciliation of billing data for respective general ledger accounts and resolve variances timely

Manage a team of individuals with varied backgrounds to optimal performance

Perform account research and ad-hoc accounting/reporting/administrative tasks

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Experience and Education:

10+ years accounts receivable experience, including managing others and acquisitions

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Government contracting and Deltek Costpoint experience

Knowledge and Attributes: 

Knowledge of GAAP, CAS, FAR and control understanding

Strong organizational, prioritization skills, and attention to detail

Actively focuses on team development and growth

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrate high level of integrity, professionalism including teamwork

Ability to effectively plan, work well under pressure and short deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Strong problem solving, research, and analytical skills

Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work in a collaborative environment

Creates an atmosphere in which timely information flows smoothly through the organization

Actively pursues learning and self-development to enhance personal, professional and business growth; shares learning and development with their team

Strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills