Junior Staff Accountant - 6 Month Contract-To-Hire - Hybrid Mclean, VA - BA Degree Required

This is a 6 month contract-to-hire position.

Position is remote 4 days and onsite 1 day in McLean, VA

This is a Junior Mid level role.

Skills Needed:

• MUST have Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Must have some government contracting experience

Skills Needed:

• Some GovCon Accounting experience
• Prefer someone with background in Audits
• MUST have Bachelor s in Finance, Accounting, or related and at least a few years of experience

Position Summary:

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our finance team.
• The ideal candidate will have experience in general ledger (GL) accounting, account reconciliations, and a solid understanding of government contracting, including cost principles and regulatory compliance (FAR, CAS, DCAA).

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Prepare and post general ledger entries, accruals, and adjustments in accordance with GAAP.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and internal controls specific to government contracting.
• Assist with audits, including DCAA and financial statement audits.
• Maintain documentation for accounting procedures and policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project management and compliance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3 5 years of experience in accounting, with emphasis on reconciliations and GL accounting.
• Prior experience working for a government contractor is required.
• Familiarity with FAR, CAS, and DCAA requirements.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and advanced formulas.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.