Federal - Government Accounts Payable Senior Associate - Mclean or other EST - CST city

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From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector (GPS) practice of Ernst & Young LLP provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. EY is ready to help our government build a better working world.

EY Government and Public Sector (“GPS”) is seeking a full-time Accounts, Payable Accountant. The AP Accountant will report to the GPS Assistant Controller.

The opportunity

EY Government and Public Sector (“GPS”) is seeking a full-time Accounts, Payable Accountant. The AP Accountant will report to the GPS Assistant Controller.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for day-to-day operations of GPS accounts payable and ensuring adherence to policies, applicable law and regulations, procedures, and internal controls.

Your key responsibilities

• Record and process accounts payable
• Ensure all invoices and reimbursements are on time and in accordance with policies and procedures
• Assist in developing and implementing procedures and job aids related to accounts payable
• Work with vendors to resolve issues
• Generate reliable reports for management
• Work with management to revise reporting, as necessary
• Ensure data maintained by the AP function is kept current, accurate and complete
• Perform reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Support audits and execute corrective action plans
• Interface with other GPS enablement teams as necessary including Contracts Management, Subcontracts Management, Purchasing, Finance and Compliance
• Develop tools and templates that facilitate process improvements
• Participate in other accounting projects as directed by management
• Paricipate in system design sessions concerning accounts payable

Skills and attributes for success

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, with individuals inside and outside of EY
• Ability to work with a diverse and geographically distributed team

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of relevant accounting/finance experience in a government contracting environment, ideally AP experience
• The ability to obtain a security clearance

• Must present verification that you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before your start date. If you are not able to be vaccinated because of a medical condition or disability or because of a sincerely held religious belief, an accommodation will be considered upon request.

Ideally, you will also have:

• Experience using Deltek Costpoint
• Experience in particating in system design sessions around accounts payable

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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