Senior Managerial Accountant - Federal Financial & Payroll

U.S. Army; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Seattle District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is seeking a Managerial Accountant to provide technical accounting expertise for military, civil works, and payroll programs within CEFMS.

The role emphasizes delivering timely financial information, reviewing accounts, and guiding program managers on cost efficiency while maintaining the general ledger for higher headquarters reporting. A background check and future Financial Management Certification are required.

Qualifications

• Experience providing managerial financial information and guidance.
• Knowledge of government accounting standards (GAAP) and federal budgeting processes.
• Experience with payroll management and funds status reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide managers with accurate and timely financial information and advice.
• Review and analyze accounts, evaluate balances, trends, and conditions to guide operating officials.
• Advise program managers on cost effectiveness and efficiency improvements.
• Provide accounting data to budget and program managers for budgetary data preparation.
• Prepare, analyze, and review accounting data in CEFMS for accuracy and propriety.
• Maintain the general ledger for reporting to higher headquarters.
• Respond to inquiries from USACE, NWD, NWS, and serviced installations on cost accounts and fund status.
• Recommend procedures to prevent waste, fraud, and abuse of resources.
• Manage and execute the NWS payroll program.

Skills

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

Payroll management

Budgeting

Tools

CEFMS

Job description

The Seattle District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is seeking a Managerial Accountant to provide technical accounting expertise for military, civil works, and payroll programs within CEFMS.

The role emphasizes delivering timely financial information, reviewing accounts, and guiding program managers on cost efficiency while maintaining the general ledger for higher headquarters reporting. A background check and future Financial Management Certification are required.