Staff Accountant

Careerwebsite; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GRVTY in McLean, Virginia is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. You will handle daily and monthly accounting activities across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and audits, working independently with established guidelines and sound judgment.

The role offers hands-on ownership of journal entries, month-end close, GAAP compliance, and support for audits. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of accounting experience, Excel proficiency, and familiarity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Clearable U.S. Citizenship required.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience; government contracting a plus.
• CPA certification preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls (SOX).

Responsibilities

• Reconcile daily banking activity, bank statements, and balances monthly.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger.
• Participate in month-end and year-end close, including reconciliations and accruals.
• Responsible for general and inventory accounting.
• Generate financial reports and variance analysis; identify trends or discrepancies.
• Provide audit documentation and support; ensure adherence to policies.
• Support the corporate rate structure for government contractors.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and controls.
• Perform ad hoc reporting and special projects.

Skills

Excel

GAAP

Internal controls

SOX

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Unanet

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

McLean, Virginia, United States
Position Title: Staff Accountant

What Impact You'll Have:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. You will be responsible for daily and monthly accounting activities and functions pertaining to accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and audit. The Staff Accountant will work independently with minimal instruction while relying on pre-established guidelines, experience and excellent judgement to perform the functions of the job properly.

What You’ll Be Owning:

• Reconcile daily banking activity, bank statements and account balances monthly
• Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger
• Participate in month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, accruals, and preparation of supporting documentation
• Responsible for general and inventory accounting
• Generate financial reports and variance analysis. Ability to analyze financial data, reconcile accounts and identify trends or discrepancies
• Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to accounting standards and company accounting policies.
• Support the corporate rate structure for government contractors
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, control enhancements, and documentation standardization
• Perform ad hoc reporting and special projects as requested

What You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Clearable U.S. Citizentship required
• 2-4 years of accounting experience, government contracting is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Unanet and Deltek Costpoint is a plus
• Strong knowledge of GAAP principles
• Understanding of internal controls, including Sarbanes Oxley compliance
• CPA certification preferred but not required

#LI-PS1

Pay Range:

At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
Were proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

Virginia Pay Range

$80,000—$90,000 USD

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. Were purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defenseincluding the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. Thats why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision

Health Savings Account with company contribution

Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

401k with generous company match

Training and Development Opportunities

Award Programs

Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email [e-mail] or call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov)

Please review our current job openings and apply for the positions you believe may be a fit. If you are not an immediate fit, we will also keep your resume in our database for future opportunities.

PI287231961