Senior Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing audits, preparing and reconciling ledgers, and preparing financial statements. This role involves managing subordinate accountants, processing transactions and invoices, and solving complex accounting and financial problems. The Senior Accountant will also advise on managerial accounting issues and perform various costing analyses.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting:  Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulations. Develop accounts payable metrics
• Financial Analysis:  Analyze financial data and present findings. Develop reports related to Fleet and Wex card data
• Audit Support:  Assist with audits, provide documentation, and maintain internal controls
• Cost Accounting:  Perform cost analysis and reconcile ledger accounts
• Policy Development:  Create procedures for accounts payable processes, ensuring federal guideline alignment
• Payment Support Services:  Process invoices and demand notices, ensuring compliance and accuracy
• Team Collaboration:  Work with various divisions and agencies, providing financial insights
• Training and Mentorship:  Mentor junior staff and provide training on financial systems
• Travel and Relocation Support:  Assist with travel policy, process travel vouchers, and manage relocation processes
• Administrative Support:  Provide administrative assistance, including document management and support for training initiatives
• Miscellaneous:  Generate and maintain monthly billing reports for IPAC transactions; Prepare and analyze Treasury reports and financial statements; Perform reconciliations of cash and budgetary accounts, addressing discrepancies and preparing accruals

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Professional certification such as:  CPA, CMA, or MBA
• Demonstrated expertise in business law, cost accounting, and computerized accounting systems may substitute for certification
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance
• 8-10 years of comprehensive experience in Federal accounting, auditing, financial analysis, and financial operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and advanced data analysis techniques
• Creativity and adaptability in problem-solving
• Ability to work with clients to understand their needs
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional presence

Preferred Skills

• Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently
• Strong customer and vendor relationship skills
• Demonstrated ability to comply with data standards and policies
• Motivation to learn new technologies and methodologies that demonstrate value
• Past experience working with a federal agency 

About CSCI

CSCI is an award-winning information technology and financial management consulting firm founded on one simple philosophy: “Do what is right, always.” We apply this philosophy across all elements of our growing business, from delivering world-class services for customers to providing an environment where associates thrive both personally and professionally. At CSCI, work and fun aren’t diametrically opposed!

At CSCI, our goal is to hire people with proven track records and retain them with an energizing, diverse company culture. We value each associate’s natural drive to excel, and we provide them with the freedom to do things their way. CSCI seeks the best and brightest in the industry—those who are ready to move their lives and career forward. Join us today and get excited about Mondays again!

Benefits of Working at CSCI

• Competitive salaries
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package
• Paid holidays aligned to the Federal calendar
• Full health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Team building