Senior General Ledger Accountant

Corporate Function Careers - McLean, VA Xcelerate Solutions is seeking a Senior GL Accountant which plays a important role within the Accounting and Finance organization, supporting day-to-day accounting operations, month-end closing, project accounting, compliance, and analysis. This role contributes to ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, and supports an efficient, well‑controlled accounting function. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and experienced in Costpoint and GovCon accounting practices. Come join our award-winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry. Location: McLean, VA Responsibilities Participate in the revenue recognition process to ensure revenue is recorded accurately, consistently, and in accordance with contractual terms and applicable accounting standards. Serve as a backup for customer invoicing and AP entry. Prepare or provide backup support for variance analyses for customer invoices versus forecast. Review and provide updates on AR aging, including status of payments. Review PSRs and provide analyses. Adhoc projects as assigned. Month‑End Close & Financial Control Support the month‑end close process to meet a 5‑day close schedule. Prepare balance sheet reconciliations monthly and journal entries and ensure that all accounts with balances have complete and accurate reconciliations with supporting documentation. Review GL in depth as part of the reconciliations. Ensure proper invoicing process, including tracking funding at the CLIN level. Support the weekly cash forecast to assist with proactive cash management and planning. 3‑5 years of accounting experience in a GovCon environment with a solid understanding of GAAP, FAR, and CAS. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field. Strong understanding of project accounting, indirect rate structures, and revenue recognition in a government contracting setting. High attention to detail, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Deltek Costpoint and ADP. Prior experience supporting month‑end close in a midsize GovCon organization. Ability to work on‑site with flexibility for hybrid scheduling. Experience in integrating systems for post‑acquisition. Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Excel. Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability. Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr