Senior Accountant

Job DescriptionJob Description Our client is a leading technology services company focused on providing operationally focused solutions for select clientele within the United States Government (USG). Founded by a team of technologists and engineers to focus exclusively on advancing USG interests against the Nation's threats in an age of Strategic (Great Power) Competition. They have built a highly collaborative workforce dedicated to countering those threats in an environment designed for success. This an entrepreneurial, fast-growing company, where the right candidate can join and really make a difference. They are seeking a Senior Accountant to manage complex accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, journal entries, and monthly closings. This role involves preparing financial statements, ensuring GAAP compliance, assisting with audits, and identifying process improvements.

Primary Responsibilities:

Apply comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles, concepts, practices, and standards in performing complex duties related to preparing and analyzing financial information to record transactions, prepare reports and review and verify for accuracy. Compile, review, analyze and record financial information to the general ledger, including reconciliation, journal entries, fixed assets, etc. Complete monthly closings general ledger and account maintenance. Maintains and balances subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies to ensure general ledger account information is accurate, consistent, traceable, and auditable. Manage and record and review transactions in a timely and accurate manner. Assist with financial statement preparation for monthly, quarterly and annual reporting. Assisting with external annual audit by analyzing and scheduling general ledger accounts and providing information for auditors. Investigating and resolving audit findings, account discrepancies and issues of non-compliance Ensure compliance with GAAP principles Observe and document processes and procedures related to all aspects of accounting and operations functions; as well as provide input on areas for improvement.

Your Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field 5-8 years in accounting/finance CPA,CMA a plus High degree of accuracy and attention to detail Strong communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Must be able to work effectively across two locations - Tyson's Corner/Vienna, and Leesburg, Virginia. Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Our client seeks the best-and-brightest professionals at all levels and offers highly competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.

Company-sponsored benefits include:

6% 401(k) company match; 100% premium subsidy for employees (75% for dependents); Anthem medical, Guardian dental, life and disability coverage; 3 weeks vacation; 2 weeks sick leave, and 11 holidays. Equal Opportunity Employer .