Accounting Lead

Company Overview

Pantheon Data (a Kenific Holding company) is a private, small business based in the Washington, DC, area. Pantheon Data was founded in 2011, initially providing acquisition and supply chain management services to the US Coast Guard. Our service offerings have grown in the past ten years, including infrastructure resiliency, contact center operations, information technology, software engineering, program management, strategic communications, engineering, and cybersecurity. We have also grown our customer base to include commercial clients. The company has used this experience to expand our service offerings to other agencies within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Defense (DoD), and other Federal Civilian Agencies.

Position Overview

Pantheon Data is seeking an Accounting Lead to support U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters Directorates by providing financial oversight and guidance for civil engineering and operational programs. This role plays a key part in ensuring financial integrity, compliance with federal appropriation law and agency policies, and the effective management of real property assets within government financial systems. The Accounting Lead will collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to financial planning and policy alignment, and support evolving program needs within a complex federal environment. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and communication skills, relevant federal financial management experience, and the ability to navigate regulatory requirements while promoting accuracy, accountability, and mission success.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial and operational management support for Procurement, Construction, and Improvement (PC&I) and Coastal and Shore Operations (CSO) projects including project cost estimating, cost adjustments, spend plans, annual engineering and logistics policy updates, project cost treatment, and FSMS technical support.
• Provide expertise on Federal Appropriation Law, Congressional/DHS/USCG Financial Policy to support engineering and logistics program integrity and operational compliance.
• Provide support for the accountability of Real Property assets recorded within the USCG financial management system(s).

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Management, Engineering, or Business.
• An active CPA.
• CDFM (Certified Defense Financial Manager) or CGFM (Certified Government Financial Manager) certification.
• 5+ years of Federal Real Property including Financial Management experience, including experience with FSMS, or similar ERP.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work effectively remotely in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to meet deadlines and produce quality work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite software including Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience supporting DHS/USCG or any other federal agency.
• Financial ethics and compliance.
• Communication with non-financial stakeholder along with analytical precision.
• Organizational awareness and problem-solving.
• Adaptability to financial systems and tools.
• Team collaboration and transparency with policy interpretation and application.

Clearance Requirements

U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Work Location: Onsite at USCG HQ in Washington, D.C.

• Our company prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
• If the position is remote or hybrid, you may periodically work from a Pantheon Data office location or client site.
• If this position is assigned to a Pantheon Data office location or client site, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for specific client requirements.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $190,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Benefits Overview

We are always looking for good people! Pantheon Data is committed to providing its employees with competitive salaries and benefits in order to increase employee satisfaction and productivity. In addition to our benefits, we also offer SmartBenefits through the Washington Metro Area Transportation Authority, where you specify an amount of your pre-tax wages be paid directly to your SmarTrip account. In some cases, tuition assistance may be available for continuing education expenses and certifications related to their position. Additional details may be found at

Pantheon Data Important Information

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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