Financial Assistant I

Job Description : Financial Assistant I

Location : Herndon, VA (on-site)

Job Type : Full-Time

Reports To : Sr. Director of Finance

AttainX is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Financial Assistant I to support daily financial operations and reporting activities. This entry-level role is responsible for collecting and maintaining financial data, assisting with preparation of financial reports and dashboards, and supporting compliance with organizational and regulatory financial policies and controls.

The ideal candidate is analytical, dependable, and eager to develop foundational financial and business operations knowledge while supporting a collaborative and fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of general accounting experience.
• Basic understanding of financial reporting, accounting principles, and business operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Must have analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information appropriately.
• Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect, organize, and maintain financial and operational data for reporting and analysis purposes.
• Assist with preparation of financial reports, summaries, and performance metrics.
• Update and maintain financial dashboards and tracking tools used for management reporting and decision-making.
• Review financial information for completeness and accuracy and escalate discrepancies as appropriate.
• Support financial operations activities, including documentation, record maintenance, and transaction tracking.
• Ensure financial reporting and operational activities comply with organizational policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Assist with audits, reconciliations, and other financial support activities as assigned.
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather data and support financial analysis requests.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical financial files and records.
• Support process improvement initiatives and perform additional duties or special projects as assigned.

About Us:

AttainX Inc. is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged WOSB (EDWOSB), CMMC Level 2, CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001:2015 certified QMS and Silver Level SAFe Partner. For more than 15 years, AttainX, Inc. has delivered emergent technologies, software products, project and program management oversightplus high-quality services that meet the needs of our Federal Government customers.

The last 5 years have shown significant company growth as we have increased our contracts portfolio and hold the "Best in Class" contract vehicles, GSA MAS and OASIS Small Business and 8(a) Pools 1, 2 and 3. In addition, we are prime on several Agency Specific IDIQs and BPAs with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), DOE, Department of War (DOW), Health and Human Service, US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA).

AttainX is dedicated to quality and best practices for the services we provide. We understand our people are the key ingredient to ensuring our customers' mission and goals are met with excellence.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation and benefits packages including paid vacation, paid holidays and sick pay; medical, dental and vision benefits plus health saving account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA); matching 401K plan; tuition, training, professional development and professional certification programs, and Long & Short-Term Disability.

EEO Commitment:

AttainX is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination based on Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, VEVRAA and Section 503, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. These protections also extend to applicants.

Accommodations:

Individuals with a disability who would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation may send an email to Human Resources indicating the specifics of the assistance needed.

Physical Demands:

Sitting and working on a computer for long, continuous periods each day; effective communications by telephone, email, and face-to-face; standing, walking, and sitting; handling and feeling objects or controls; reaching; talking and hearing; lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds; and specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.