Staff/Senior Accountant

CFS; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relaxed work environment

Family-oriented culture

Opportunities for growth in finance

Job summary

CFS is looking for a Staff/Senior Accountant to join their team in Reston, Virginia. This full-time, hybrid position plays a critical role in managing core accounting operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP and FAR, and supporting audits within a government contracting environment.

The ideal candidate will have 3–6 years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and U.S. citizenship. Join a collaborative team in a relaxed culture with growth opportunities in accounting and finance roles.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of accounting experience.
• Experience with accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and payroll processes.
• Support government contracting compliance.
• Perform general ledger duties and monthly close.

Skills

Accounting experience

Government contracting experience

Excel skills

Job description

Staff/Senior Accountant - Government Contractor – Full Time – Hybrid

We are seeking a Staff/Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations, with responsibilities across accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger activities. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with GAAP and FAR, and supporting audits and regulatory requirements in a government contracting environment. This is a hands‑on role in a collaborative, family‑oriented company with a relaxed culture and clear growth opportunities.

Why Join the Team

• Relaxed, easy‑going environment where people genuinely enjoy working together
• Strong family‑oriented culture – team members support each other and have long standing relationships
• Small company feel with shared leadership history
• Stable team
• Opportunity to grow within accounting or move into broader finance roles
• Leadership that values trust, respect, and a positive work environment

Key Responsibilities of the Staff/Senior Accountant

• Accounts Payable
• General Ledger and Monthly Close
• Payroll
• Government Contracting Compliance and Support

Qualifications and Experience for the Staff/Senior Accountant

• 3–6 years of accounting experience
• Government contracting experience required
• Experience with AP, payroll and GL accounting
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Strong Excel skills