Washington, District of columbia
Senior Accountant (Accounting & Finance) 3 Yrs. Federal Fina... Job Opening in Washington, District of columbia - Senior Accountant
If you want an accounting career with more opportunities, it's time to join the emerging leader in financial management services Empirical Concepts. We leverage our strong accounting skills and IT proficiency to provide high-quality professional accounting, financial management, and Information Technology services to the federal government. We are seeking a Staff Accountant to provide accounting and consulting services to our federal clients located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
Our commitment to quality means we provide each employee with opportunities to achieve their career goals and advance technically and professionally. As a member of our accounting team, you will receive off-site classroom training as well as on-the-job training from some of the best federal financial managers in the industry. In addition to career growth and development, you will also enjoy competitive compensation and benefits.
This senior accounting position is a great opportunity to advance your career! You will have opportunities to demonstrate your strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and motivation as you work in our fast-paced deadline-oriented environment. Eagerness to learn, the ability to multitask, and effective communication will also be key factors in your success. Think you have what it takes? We want to hear from you!
Job Responsibilities
As a Senior Accountant / Financial Analyst, you will prepare and analyze financial statements and/or reports, validating appropriate disclosures and developing supplemental content for publication to the classroom community. This senior role will involve providing direction and coaching to junior staff and new hires.
Senior Accountant responsibilities:
Reviewing and preparing journal entries and/or other accounting transactions while ensuring general activity is processed in accordance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements
Drafting, validating, and/or adhering to standard operating procedures as well as identifying gaps, making recommendations and presenting solutions to address internal control weaknesses
Researching and correcting errors and anomalies identified in various financial reports
Supporting efforts to review and analyze related business processes and recommending new and innovative solutions
Preparing, reviewing, submitting, and briefing on various ad-hoc reports, summaries, and other information to members of management both internally and client representatives
Senior Accountant requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or other business related degree with a minimum of 24 credit hours in accounting
3+ years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and/or financial management
Ability to work well in a team environment
Proficient in Federal Internal Control reporting and OMB A-123 circulars
Fast learner with willingness to learn new tasks and business functions
Proficient in the use of the MS Office suite; specifically, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Federal Accounting experience is preferred, but not required
CPA candidate and/or CGFM preferred
Ability to occasionally work extra hours to meet deadlines
Ability to complete a background investigation and credit check as well as being able to obtain a security clearance
U.S. Citizenship
Benefits
At Empirical Concepts, Inc., we understand that providing the best services for our clients requires empowered employees. That's why we mentor our staff to assist and motivate them to achieve and reach their true potential! Our team members receive a diverse array of opportunities for experience and growth, such as our comprehensive career development path for candidates seeking an opportunity to become a member of the executive management team. Competitive compensation, good benefits, flexible work schedules, and excellent formalized training programs are just some of the additional ways we invest in our team members.
Benefits include:
Health, dental, and vision Matching 401(k) contributions Bonus packages Paid holidays and PTO Life insurance Long-term disability And more!
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