About Nava
Nava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation working to make government services simple, effective, and accessible to all. Since 2013, federal, state, and local government agencies have trusted Nava to build transformative digital services to help people access public benefits. Meeting our mission is an opportunity to restore trust between people and public institutions. We focus on populations that are the least protected because the stakes are higher.
As a client services company, we work with government agencies to improve how people apply for benefits, navigate their health care, and more. We bill for our time, selling our expertise and problem-solving methodology to government clients. Our clients hire us to help improve their products and services so that their users and beneficiaries have a better customer experience.
These end-users—the humans who benefit from our work—are at the core of everything we do. We research beneficiaries’ needs to help our government clients better deliver on their missions, providing everyone at Nava opportunities to do meaningful, impactful work.
Position Summary
The Accounting Technology and Solutions Advisor will bridge the gap between state government accounting practices and technology solutions, ensuring seamless integration and improved efficiency. This person will leverage deep knowledge of accounting practices, proficiency with accounting software, and expertise in system integrations to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations. This person will play a key role in leading complex software conversions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with evolving accounting standards and regulations. All work will be done in service of Nava’s core values: be active stewards, build together, progress takes work, inclusion is essential, and impact over ideology.
What you’ll do
- Provide expert knowledge and insights in accounting practices.
- Proficiency in accounting software and technology solutions, including experience with system conversions and integrations.
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to guide stakeholders through complex public policy implementation and business processes.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Assist in the development and review of program documentation, training content, and manuals.
- Collaborate with various teams from legal, public policy, business, and operations to ensure accuracy and relevance of accounting processes and systems.
- Identify potential areas for process improvement and suggest changes to enhance efficiency.
- Conduct thorough research to stay updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations.
- Review and approve content developed by others for accuracy and completeness.
- Answer specific queries and provide guidance based on expert accounting and software development knowledge.
- Lead and manage the integration of accounting software solutions to improve process efficiency and data accuracy.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to software implementation and integration.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure smooth and effective audit logging, system integrations and system monitoring.
- Provide training and support to team members on new software applications and tools.
Required skills
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting
- Strong understanding of financial measurement tools and accounting principles
- Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance with state government regulations