Federal Senior Accountant - Lead Financial Compliance

Empirical

Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 155,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and incentives

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis

Life and disability insurance

Matching 401(k)

Certification and CPE reimbursement

Job summary

Empirical Corporation is seeking a Federal Senior Accountant to lead, innovate, and influence mission-critical financial decisions in a complex federal environment. The role focuses on general ledger analysis, policy development, and robust financial reporting.

You will collaborate with senior leadership to remediate audit findings and strengthen internal controls. The ideal candidate brings 4–8+ years of federal accounting experience, CPA/CGFM preferred, and the ability to communicate clearly

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with at least 24 accounting credits.
4–8+ years of federal accounting/financial management experience.
CPA candidate and/or CGFM preferred.
Ability to pass a federal background check and/or federal security clearance.

Responsibilities

Research and analyze general ledger activity, technical accounting, and federal financial statements.
Interpret and develop financial management procedures and policy documents.
Perform regular reconciliations of accounts to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Create and deliver briefings, point papers, and presentations for senior government leaders.
Research and implement best practices to remediate audit findings and internal control deficiencies.
Provide clear technical guidance to junior personnel and support process improvement initiatives.