Federal Accountant (3+ Years of Experience)

Castro & Company; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Castro & Company is seeking a Federal Accountant with 3+ years of federal accounting experience for remote work. You will analyze transactions, reconcile ledgers, and support audits for a federal agency, ensuring accuracy and compliance with USSGL, GAAP, and FASAB standards.

The role requires SQL, SAP/FBMS, Treasury systems expertise, strong Excel skills, and a U.S. citizenship. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required, with the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university.
• Minimum 3 years of federal financial management experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to pass government suitability.

Responsibilities

• Analyze a large volume of accounting transactions with accuracy; research variances and prepare entries.
• Use SQL queries to research abnormal balances and recommend corrective actions.
• Reconcile general ledger to subsidiary ledger across multiple data sources and USSGL fund analytics.
• Support audits and respond to PBC requests; provide accounts receivable/payable and GL support.
• Establish and modify accounting element tables, fields and system records.

Skills

SQL queries

Federal accounting

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP/FBMS

Treasury systems

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Position:Federal Accountant (3+ Years of Experience)

Location: Remote

Job Id:226

# of Openings:6

Federal Accountant (3+ Yearsof Experience)

We are seeking a motivated Federal Accountant to join our team supporting a key Federal agency's accounting operations. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the client's financial records by performing complex transaction analysis, system reconciliations, and Federal accounting functions with minimal supervision. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, fast-paced environment that values precision, accountability, and continuous learning. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working independently, and making a direct impact on federal financial operations.

What will you do in this role:

• Analyze a large volume of 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 ledger 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
• Establish, modify, and maintain accounting element tables, fields, and system records related to vendors, suppliers, and accounting codes
• Identify issues and recommend corrective actions to senior team members and client management, as appropriate.
• Meet critical deadlines while producing quality, detailed work product
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited university
• Minimum of 3 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 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: $75K-$100K

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.