Remote Project Unanet Accountant

Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities.

By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.

Kentro is hiring for a remote Project Unanet Accountant to support our Accounting and Finance Team. The Project Unanet Accountant ensures accurate, compliant, and timely financial and accounting transactions across project control, payroll, accounting, and Unanet. This role supports the integrity of company financials by executing core project accounting activities in alignment with company policies and government contracting requirements. 

Location: This position can be performed remotely within the United States and will support Eastern Time working hours.

Compensation Range: The anticipated base salary range for this position is $90,000–$105,000 annually and reflects Kentro’s good-faith expectations at the time of posting. Final compensation is determined based on the role’s requirements, relevant skills, experience, education, certifications, work location, applicable security clearance requirements, market conditions, internal equity, and contract requirements.

This Job Description reflects the primary duties of the role; however, it is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Team members may be asked to take on additional responsibilities in alignment with customer expectations, business needs, and Kentro’s culture of collaboration and adaptability. 

• Execute and review project accounting transactions to support daily project operations. 

• Process timecard and labor adjustments in accordance with cost accounting and labor‑charging policies. 

• Review and validate employee expense reports for proper coding, documentation, and compliance with travel policies. 

• Complete cost rate dilution entries and related adjustments as part of payroll close. 

• Review and execute charge code authorizations 

• Support payroll, accounting, and billing cycles by completing required close activities and clearing outstanding issues. 

• Reconcile payroll costs with Unanet and resolve discrepancies. 

• Prepare all Journal entries for monthly close cycle  

• Perform account reconciliations, investigate, and resolve discrepancies  

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for all cash accounts  

• Assist with other ad-hoc as needed to support with Year-end close and Audit activities  
• Assist payroll team with employee timesheets follow up to ensure all timesheets are completed accurately and approved on time for payroll processing
• Identify, escalate, and assist in resolving accounting, labor‑charging, or compliance issues. 

• Assist with time-period closeout by ensuring timecards are complete and submitted in a timely manner.
•  Analyze time-charging activities to identify and remediate compliance issues, such as incorrect fringe and overhead labor charging.  

Key Stakeholders:

• Accounting, Payroll, Project Control, Unanet Administration, and employees/managers across the organization. 

Success Measures:

• Timely and accurate financial transactions; clean and fully reconciled payroll/Unanet data; well‑supported adjustments; and efficient, issue‑free payroll, billing, and accounting closes.

• Education: Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Government Contracting accounting or Finance
• Technical Skills:                                                                                                                             
  • Proficiency in Unanet accounting system, Microsoft Excel, and Word Document             
  • Excellent attention to details, analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Communication: Proactive and effective communicator with strong collaboration skills

 Preferred Qualifications:  

• Experience providing cross-functional support across accounting, finance, and payroll 

Clearance Requirement:

• US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card)

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification.

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more.  We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.  Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA

Kentro is an equal opportunity employer.  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 or local law.

Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

How to Apply

To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the job link and then click the blue “Apply” button at the top right of Job Description. Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must fully submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position.  If you need alternative application methods, please email careers@kentro.us and request assistance.  

Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@kentro.us.  

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