Senior Accountant

Overview

A Senior Accountant position is available to support a large Department of the Army (DoW) service in achieving a successful financial statement audit. This role requires applying technical accounting and auditing expertise to develop and implement audit strategies.

The expected salary range for this position is $80,000 to $140,000, representing base pay only. Actual compensation will depend on experience, education, work location, clearance level, and other factors permitted by law. This position is eligible for bonuses when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations
• Master process documentation, risk assessment, planning, and technical writing
• Develop detailed plans to implement strategic goals and overall audit strategy
• Provide subject matter expertise in financial management areas including financial reporting, audit remediation planning, and financial statement compilation
• Support strategic communications to coordinate enterprise stakeholders
• Take initiative to deliver quality work products with minimal supervision
• Utilize technology to share knowledge, develop skills, and support continuous learning

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of four (4) years of general financial management and accounting experience, including at least two (2) years performing financial statement audits or audit readiness services within the Department of Defense or federal government
• Understanding of GAS, GAAP, SSFAS, audit procedures, audit cycle, and financial analysis techniques as they apply to DoD financial statements and assessable units
• Proficiency in MS Project
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Active Secret Clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurances
• Legal and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program, fitness and wellness benefits
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Location

Work location is subject to change based on client requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provisions apply, allowing eligible employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year, with military family leave available for up to 26 weeks.
• Compliance with the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) is maintained, prohibiting use of lie detector tests for employment screening or during employment.