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ATA is seeking an individual to perform general accounting duties per generally accepted accounting procedures (GAAP) and assist in other office tasks. This is an opportunity to learn and develop a broad range of accounting and finance skills in a dynamic small company environment. Related tasks include monthly closing procedures, timesheet audits and reviews, accounts receivable tracking, collection calls, audit support, government compliance, and reception duties. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of basic accounting and internal controls and excellent communication skills with customers, vendors, and coworkers.

LOCATIONS:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Accounts receivable: Enter payment data (direct deposit, check, and credit card payments) and assist with collections and general ledger reconciliation
• Assist with financial, Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) government property audits
• Maintain, review, and validate data in accounting database and generate queries and reports
• Project database support: Process and send project initiation forms and manage customer forms
• Generate, verify, store, and track consulting agreements, subcontracts, nondisclosure agreements, and certificates of insurance
• Accounts payable: Process vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and purchase orders, and reconcile company credit cards
• Assist with the collection of timecards
• Provide accounting and clerical support
• Cover the reception desk and responsibilities as needed
• Ensure confidentiality and meet deliverable deadlines
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuous education

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15
• Progress toward or completed bachelor’s degree with an excellent academic record
• A basic understanding of accounting principles is a plus
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is desirable
• Basic knowledge of Excel, with interest in, and aptitude for, advanced Excel workbooks
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• High level of accuracy and integrity
• Commitment to deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills

Salary Range (2025):

• $24–$30 per hour or $49,920–$62,400 per year

HOW TO APPLY

We appreciate your interest in ATA Engineering and request that you submit the following materials if you are qualified and wish to join our team of employee-owners at ATA Engineering:

• A copy of your up-to-date college transcripts. You may email them, or request that an official transcript be sent directly to the address below. If your transcript contains identifying information such as Social Security Number and/or date of birth, please delete this information prior to submitting your transcripts.
• A statement confirming that you meet the definition of a US person as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15.

Please note: we prefer electronic copies of all documents, but you may also mail them to the address below if necessary. Many of our contracts require access to government, defense, and classified information. We cannot consider your application unless you are a US Person. Once we have reviewed your qualifications, you will be contacted by email regarding the status of your application.

ATA Engineering, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact an ATA Engineering, Inc., Human Resources Representative at careers@ata-e.com.