Staff Accountant

Empirical; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive benefits including health insurance

Job summary

Empirical in Washington, DC is seeking a motivated Junior Staff Accountant to join our team. This full-time role involves preparing financial statements, maintaining the general ledger, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, along with 2-5 years of experience. We offer a competitive salary of $70,000 - $90,000 per year, alongside benefits like health insurance, paid time off, and a matching 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in accounting, interpreting, and analyzing data.
• CPA candidate and/or CGFM preferred.
• Ability to pass a federal background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements and documents.
• Maintain and update the general ledger.
• Perform regular reconciliations of accounts.

Skills

Ability to work well in a team environment

Fast learner

Proficient in MS Office suite

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Job description

Salary: $70,000 - $90,000/year

Kickstart your financial management career with Empirical! We're an emerging leader in financial management services, and we're looking for enthusiastic Junior Staff Accountants to join our team in Washington, DC. If you're eager to learn, grow, and make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Full Time Regular

Washington, DC, US

What You'll Do

• Prepare and review financial statements and documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded.
• Perform regular reconciliations of accounts to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Assist in the monthly closing process, including preparing journal entries and financial reports.
• Provide management with financial information through research and analysis.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and ensure compliance with regulatory guidance.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (minimum of 24 credit hours in accounting).
• 2-5 years of experience in accounting, interpreting, and analyzing data.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Fast learner with a willingness to learn new tasks and business functions.
• Proficient in MS Office suite, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• CPA candidate and/or CGFM preferred.
• Ability to occasionally work extra hours to meet deadlines.
• Ability to pass a federal background check and/or federal security clearance (U.S. Citizenship may be required for some client engagements).

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Competitive compensation and bonus programs for outstanding achievements.
• Additional compensation opportunities, including employee referrals and business development bonuses.
• Generous paid time off – 11 paid holidays and vacation/personal/sick day PTO.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Matching 401k Retirement Plan.
• Reimbursement for certification exams, CPE, other education opportunities, and professional association membership dues.

Empirical Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.