Senior Accounting Consultant (Audit & Financial Reporting)

Atlantic Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Accounting Consultant in Washington, DC, to support audit, financial reporting, and SEC reporting initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with finance teams on technical accounting and financial analysis. The role requires 3+ years of public accounting experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential. Competitive salary and benefits offered with this in-office position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA certification preferred.
• 3+ years of public accounting experience at a CPA firm, ideally Big Four.
• Strong exposure to SEC reporting and technical accounting.
• Advanced Excel proficiency required.
• Client‑focused professional with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and complex financial models.
• Assist with SEC reporting deliverables and technical accounting analysis.
• Support financial and operational audits and consolidated reporting.
• Perform deal analysis and capital planning for business decisions.
• Assist with internal control documentation and financial systems implementations.

Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis

SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Audit & Financial Reporting

Strategic & Transactional Support

Systems, Controls & Process Optimization

Advanced Excel proficiency

Strong communication skills

Client-focused professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Financial systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Senior Accounting Consultant (Audit & Financial Reporting)

Compensation: $100,000 – $110,000/year + bonus
Location: Washington, DC
Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)

Atlantic Group is hiring a Senior Accounting Consultant in Washington, DC for our client, supporting audit, financial reporting, and SEC reporting initiatives across accounting and finance functions. This in‑office role partners closely with finance and accounting teams on technical accounting, financial analysis, internal controls, and systems implementations to support complex reporting and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities as the Senior Accounting Consultant

• Financial Planning & Analysis: Support operating plans, quarterly forecasts, long‑range planning, and complex financial models focused on profitability, pricing, and cost analysis.
• SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting: Assist with SEC reporting deliverables and technical accounting analysis in accordance with U.S. GAAP and FASB standards.
• Audit & Financial Reporting: Support financial and operational audits, consolidated reporting, and transaction‑related integration activities.
• Strategic & Transactional Support: Perform deal analysis, capital planning, budgeting, and ROI analysis to inform business and investment decisions.
• Systems, Controls & Process Optimization: Assist with internal control documentation, month‑end close enhancements, and financial systems implementation initiatives.

Qualifications for the Senior Accounting Consultant

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Certification: CPA preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years of public accounting experience at a CPA firm, ideally Big Four or large public accounting firm, with experience performing at the Senior level.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong exposure to SEC reporting, technical accounting, internal controls, and audit coordination within complex corporate environments.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Excel proficiency with experience supporting financial systems, reporting tools, and process automation initiatives.
• Skills & Attributes: Client‑focused professional with strong communication skills, adaptability across engagements, and the ability to deliver value in fast‑paced consulting environments.

Application Notice

Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.