Posted 01/12/2026
Job Number: 15166

Staff Accountant

Arlington, VA Hybrid

Industry:  Government

Job Category: Accounting

Job Type:  Direct Hire

Salary:  $85,000 - $100,000/Annually

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Job Description

A mission-driven consulting firm is hiring a Staff Accountant to join its Arlington, VA office and support the financial operations of a rapidly growing government contracting firm. This role is hands-on and highly visible, supporting month-end close, AP/AR, budgeting, and financial reporting while working directly with a collaborative, coach-style Controller based in the DC area. The position is hybrid and ideal for an accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, ownership, and teamwork are non-negotiable. The ideal candidate brings strong GAAP fundamentals, solid AP/AR experience, and a proactive mindset. Culture fit is critical, this team values accountability, clear communication, and people who take initiative before being asked.

Staff Accountant Responsibilities:

  • Support the month-end and year-end close to accelerate close timelines
  • Process approximately 30 – 40 AP invoices and 15 AR invoices weekly
  • Perform account reconciliations and maintain accurate financial statements
  • Track budgets and ensure invoices align with contracts and cost structures
  • Assist with forecasting and financial analysis
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls
  • Support audits and respond to time-sensitive requests with confidence
  • Use Excel extensively for reconciliations and reporting (formulas required)
  • Cross-train across accounting functions to expand technical exposure
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and documentation

What They’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business (required)
  • 2–3+ years of AP/AR and GAAP accounting experience
  • Strong understanding of debits, credits, reconciliations, and financial statements
  • Advanced Excel skills (formulas required; pivot tables and VLOOKUPs a plus)
  • Unanet ERP experience highly preferred
  • Government contracting / GovCon accounting experience preferred
  • Detail-oriented, polished, and professional communicator
  • Self-starter who takes ownership and follows through
  • Team player with a positive attitude who thrives in a collaborative environment

Benefits:

  • Flexible PTO policy
  • 401(k) with employer match after two months
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 11 paid federal holidays
  • $1,000 annual allowance for career and personal development
  • Employer-paid short-term disability; optional long-term disability
  • ClassPass credits for fitness and wellness
  • Stable, fast-growing Inc. 5000 government contractor with strong retention

This role is well-suited for a Virginia-based accountant who wants meaningful responsibility, exposure to GovCon accounting, and the chance to grow alongside a tight-knit finance team led by a manager who mentors, supports, and works shoulder-to-shoulder with her team. Apply now! #LI-AM1

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