Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in the heart of Washington DC as an immediate hire Senior Accountant. We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage complex financial operations for high-profile clients in the public sector. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and rapid career growth within a top-tier financial services firm. Start immediately and make an immediate impact on our client portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements with variance analysis
- Manage multi-entity accounting systems and ensure GAAP compliance
- Lead month-end and year-end closing processes
- Develop and maintain internal controls for audit readiness
- Collaborate with auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes for government contracts
- Train junior accounting staff on financial software and procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA/MBA preferred)
- 5+ years of public accounting or government sector experience
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, SAP, and Microsoft Excel
- Demonstrated expertise in federal contract accounting (FAR/DFARS)
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one