Accounting Specialist

Position Summary

We are looking for an Accounts Specialist, who under general direction, will be responsible for the activities associated with AP/ AR, and for ensuring compliance with company’s system of internal controls. 

About DSI

DSI is an expanding company providing IT solutions and services for 25 years with headquarters in the thriving Dulles Technology corridor (Ashburn, Virginia). We are committed to employee satisfaction through our benefits program and a friendly, team-based culture. DSI is a positive environment to grow, learn, and excel as an industry professional. If you are looking for an exciting place to work that challenges your abilities and is financially solid and growing every year, then this is the place for you! DSI is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Company Sponsored Employee Benefits

DSI is a fun place to work and, in addition to this, we offer an environment where the employees are collaborative and welcoming. Company sponsored benefits include medical and dental insurance as well as 401(k) with a 3% company match. DSI provides a total of 24.5 days off per annum to include vacation time, sick time, holidays, and a float holiday. DSI also provides life insurance in addition to Short and Long Term Disability insurance.

Position Responsibilities

• Primary responsibilities will be A/P, A/R, general ledger reconciliation and analysis
• Practically apply generally accepted accounting principles and practices.
• Practically apply modern office practices and procedures related to accounting, including spreadsheet programs for personal computers.
• Continually acquire knowledge of applicable laws, rules and regulations governing accounting activities.
• Must be efficient and accurate in data entry.
• Prepares high quality deliverables to internal and external clients in a timely and professional manner, with emphasis on processing the following for payment; Expense reports, Vendor invoices, Investigator payments, Credit card payments.
• Provides effective and timely communication with internal and external clients.
• Develops solutions to routine problems in relation to the efficient and accurate entry of data
• Strives to maintain the highest level of data integrity and customer service while seeking ways to improve processes and procedures.
• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with co-workers and management.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments to meet requirements and facilitate workflow.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information processed.
• Perform related duties as required. *

*Related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but that are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee’s class of work.

Qualifications / Skills / Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, preferred; minimum two year specialized degree (i.e. accounting) with combination of relevant work experience
• Experience in providing outstanding customer service, performing complex activities associated with accounts payable, and in ensuring compliance with company’s system of internal controls is required.
• Proficiency in Excel required.
• Must have excellent English written and verbal communication skills, be articulate and professional, and communicate in a clear, positive fashion with clients and staff.
• Must demonstrate excellent analytical and organizational skills