Senior Federal Accountant (5+ Years of Experience)

A Fulfilling, Challenging, & Rewarding Career Awaits! As a leading midsize audit, advisory, and accounting firm, we’re seeking well-rounded, ambitious talent to join our growing team. Position: Senior Federal Accountant (5+ Years of Experience) Location: Hybrid - Alexandria, VA Job Id: 225 # of Openings: 6 Senior Federal Accountant (5+ Yearsof Experience) What will you do in this role: Analyze complex, high-volume accounting transactions with a high degree of accuracy, researching variances for root cause and preparing corrective entries in accordance with accounting principles Use SQL queries to research abnormal balances at the trial balance level and recommend corrective actions Reconcile general ledger to subsidiary ledgers and across multiple data sources (e.g., travel, payroll, overseas data, feeder systems), including USSGL fund analytics Recommend accrual methodologies and validate accrued amounts across areas such as domestic invoices, overseas payments, and travel, in accordance with USSGL and GAAP Support annual financial statement audits, including reviewing financial documentation in large accounting data systems and responding to Prepared by Client (PBC) requests Provide Federal accounting services, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and General Ledger support Review and guide the work of junior accounting staff, providing coaching and quality oversight Provide recommendations or corrective actions to client management staff as needed Meet critical deadlines while producing quality, detailed work product Prepare and deliver presentations to client stakeholders Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited university Minimum of 5 years of experience in Federal financial management, accounting, reporting, internal controls, financial systems, and program operations Working knowledge of USSGL, GAAP, and FASAB/SFFAS standards, along with Treasury requirements, OMB Circular A-123, FMFIA, and the CFO Act Skilled in reconciling general ledger to subsidiary ledger and across multiple data sources (e.g., travel, payroll, overseas data, feeder systems), including USSGL fund analytics Proficient in SQL queries to research abnormal trial balances and recommend corrective actions Experience supporting annual financial statement audits, including reviewing financial documentation in large accounting data systems and responding to Prepared by Client (PBC) requests Experience with SAP/FBMS, Treasury systems, data analysis, process improvement, and automation preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Security Clearance: Must be able to pass a basic government suitability check (US citizenship required) Serving Federal Government clients, Castro & Company is a dedicated Audit, Advisory and Information Technology firm headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. We are dedicated to helping our clients accomplish their strategic goals while providing our people with a diverse and inclusive environment to thrive and succeed. Castro & Company employees are part of a learning culture with challenging career development opportunities. We encourage teamwork and collaboration, reward excellence, and respect and value diversity. Salary Range: $100K-$125K Final compensation will be determined based on a range of factors, including relevant experience, education, work location, security clearance level, certifications, and other factors permitted by applicable law. Salary ranges listed reflect the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Castro & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability and any other classification protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Castro & Company