Accountant

Talent Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Center is seeking an experienced accountant for challenging financial analysis and compliance tasks in the Washington, D.C. area. The role involves preparing financial statements, reviewing ledgers, and handling payroll and tax accounting in support of CIA-related requirements.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate strong knowledge of GAAP, accounting standards, and financial analysis, along with solid communication and problem-solving skills. U.S.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP and accounting standards.
• Experience with financial and federal accounting standards.
• Cost accounting standards experience.
• Managerial accounting and financial analysis skills.
• Ability to provide accurate financial analysis.
• Documented good credit history.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to pass CIA background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statement compilation and analysis.
• Review and analyze general ledger entries.
• Handle payroll and tax accounting tasks.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Federal standards

Cost accounting

Managerial accounting

Financial analysis

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Analytical skills

Team independence

Education

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)

Job description

Accountants use their skills in challenging and rewarding areas such as: financial statement compilation and analysis; general ledger review and analysis; and payroll and tax accounting.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge or experience in the following functional disciplines:
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
  • Financial and Federal Accounting Standards
  • Cost Accounting Standards
  • Managerial Accounting
  • Financial analysis
• Documented good credit history
• Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degrees or professional certifications such as:
  • Certified Public Accountant
  • Certified Internal Auditor
  • Certified Government Financial Manager
• Demonstrated excellent:
  • Excellent Interpersonal skills
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Costumer service
  • Analytic and problem-solving abilities
  • Team and independent work ethic