The Senior Financial Accountant will support the current Comptroller with accounting functions including cost, payables, receivables, and reporting to ensure the smooth running of the business from a financial and contract compliance perspective. We are looking for a knowledgeable and detail-oriented professional who takes the initiative and is a team player. Growth opportunity with path to a Comptroller within 12 months.

This is an in-house position located in Faifax, VA.

The salary range is $90K to $105K.

Responsibilities:

v Preparing financial reports and analyses for external entities and for senior management.

v Monitoring budgets to ensure compliance with authorized expenditure levels and accuracy of projected revenue for possible overruns and shortfalls of revenue.

v Contributing to the development and maintenance of financial reporting, planning, and budgeting systems.

v Maintaining an accurate and timely understanding of governmental accounting principles and practices, as well as associated best practices.

v Managing financial control mechanisms to monitor project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure adherence to financial goals.

v Collaborating with management to identify and assess project risks and implement risk mitigation strategies.

v Coordinating with executive management and shareholders to gather financial information, analyze data and general and special reports.

v Complying with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements as well as internal Company policies and procedures.

v Work with the external tax accountants in the preparation of quarterly estimates and annuals returns,

v Providing guidance and support to the Controller regarding financial planning, budget allocation and risk assessment.

v Function as the liaison to DCAA and DCMA for financial matters. Prepare the annual provisional indirect rate request and the Incurred Cost Submission (ICS) to DCAA.

v Function as liaison to the corporate bank in preparing monthly, semi-annual, and annual reports.

v Function as liaison to the corporation insurance broker on non-benefit police.

v Assist with proposal pricing.

v Protecting operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential.

v Collaborating closely with the Controller and payroll department to ensure successful continuity of operations and management of special projects, as assigned.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

v 5 - 8 years of progressive experience using accounting applications or fiscal principles and practices.

v Experience with government accounting practice and procedures is required.

v Experience with Deltek Costpoint is required.

v Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

v Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

v Proficient with budgeting and forecasting; ability to analyze and manipulate data and resolve problems.

Education:

v Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Other Requirements:

v Must be a U.S. Citizen (and able to obtain a future security clearance)

About the company:

Our client is a government contractor providing services in information technology including systems engineering; systems testing; systems design and implementation; cybersecurity and information assurance; electronic and physical security; as well as logistics and warehousing. They are a collaborative, mission-driven organization where professional advancement, supportive leadership, and an inclusive culture are the core of the organization.

Benefits offered once hired permanently:

* Health insurance

* Vision insurance

* Dental insurance

* Paid time off

* Tuition reimbursement

* Employee assistance program

* Short-term disability

* Long-term disability

* Health savings account

* Flexible spending accounts

* Basic Life & Disability insurances

* Voluntary AD&D Insurance

* Voluntary Accident Insurance

* Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance

* 401(k) Retirement Plan (match 100% of the first 6% elected contribution)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.