Dexis is a professional services firm that solves the most pressing social challenges in complex environments, paving the way for a more secure and prosperous world.

Dexis embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and strives to build and maintain a safe environment where we celebrate diverse backgrounds, treat everyone with respect, and value the unique lived experiences each person brings based on their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, military or veteran status, national origin, age, marital status or family status and related conditions.

At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.

Dexis has a position to cover surge requirements in Accounting to help deliver core activities while the team are gaining experience through rotation of roles and training on new processes and systems.

Under the supervision of the Controller and other experienced staff, the Accounting Associate is responsible for the execution of tasks related to company credit card transactions, general ledger reconciliations, backstop with Accounts Payable (A/P) processing, assist with payment processing, other general ledger entries, and the month-end financial closing process in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to ensure the appropriate Dexis procedures and audit protocols are maintained within these areas.

This is a temporary, full-time position lasting approximately six months with the possibility of becoming a full-time staff position. This is a hybrid position, with work being done onsite 1-2 days a week at Dexis' office in Arlington, VA.

Cash transaction recording and credit card activities: Under the supervision of the Controller or designated task leader:

• Monitor BOA Visa accounts to ensure credit is available and help resolve general issues.
• Assist staff with credit card issues, A/P with transaction processing, and with general card administration.
• Download and publish mid-month credit card activity reports to Dexis cardholders/staff.
• Upload month end statements to the Dexis SharePoint and distribute them to cardholders/staff.
• Support monthly reconciliation of the individual credit cards to the G/L, and to the cardholders' project ledger account and follow up with employees about the status of O/S items.
• Assist other departments with the monthly input of credit card transactions for reconciliation.

General Ledger Activities: Under the supervision of the Controller or designated task leader:

• Support GL reconciliations of accounts including performing analysis of balances and transactions
• Monitor and follow up on employee and contractor advances
• Perform reconciliation of the Open A/P report to the general ledger.
• Create and submit journal entries as needed.
• Assist with audit work and support as needed.
• Assist the Payroll Manager at peak periods for timesheet corrections and review.

Accounts Payable Activities: supervision of the Controller or designated task leader:

• Reclass A/P entries as requested by the Finance and PMU teams for the billing cycle.
• Create A/P voucher and payments in Costpoint to record funds transfers.
• Create/request payments in the A/P approval system for executive, finance, & accounting teams.
• Enter/Submit tax & other types of payments online that are not processed through A/P already.
• Post cash A/P vouchers and cash disbursements as needed.
• Serve as A/P processing back-up if the A/P accountant is not available.
• Assist employees with the Dexis Payment Processing System and provide adequate guidance and training on processing and supporting.
• Recommend changes to A/P systems and processes aimed at its continuous improvement.
• Input/Review/Approve bank wire templates or ACH information from vendors.
• Assist A/P with vendor set up issues as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller or designated task leader.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business.
• A minimum of one (1) year of accounting or finance experience.
• Strong attention to detail and completeness.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to develop to work independently as well as in a team.
• Demonstrate verbal, written, and technology related communication.
• Must be skilled at handling multiple tasks and able to adhere to tight deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint..
• High level of proficiency with Excel and analysis tools.

Dexis is on a mission to help solve today's most pressing global political, social, and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee, you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. Our motto is "find a way or make a way" - that's how Dexis goes "all in." How will you?

If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now!

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.

Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.

If you are hired for a position that is paid from the Dexis home office, you will be required to submit proofthat you have received the COVID-19 vaccine unless you qualify for a legally recognized medical or religious exception to the vaccine requirement. This does not apply to AL, AZ, FL, KS, MT, NH, ND, or TX residents.