Staff Accountant/Financial Analyst

Hybrid schedule (telework & in-office @ client DC Location )

If you want an accounting career with more opportunities, it's time to join the emerging leader in financial management services Empirical Concepts. We leverage our strong accounting skills and IT proficiency to provide high-quality professional accounting, financial management, and Information Technology services to the federal government. We are seeking a Staff Accountant to provide accounting and consulting services to our federal clients located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Our commitment to quality means we provide each employee with opportunities to achieve their career goals and advance technically and professionally. As a member of our accounting team, you will receive off-site classroom training as well as on-the-job training from some of the best federal financial managers in the industry. In addition to career growth and development, you will also enjoy competitive compensation and benefits.

This staff accounting position is a great opportunity to advance your career! You will have opportunities to demonstrate your strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and motivation as you work in our fast-paced deadline-oriented environment. Eagerness to learn, the ability to multi-task, and effective communication will also be key factors in your success. Think you have what it takes? We want to hear from you!

THE OPPORTUNITY

Candidates for the Staff Accountant position must have strong analytical skills and an eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment. We are seeking candidates with experience in some the following areas:

• Preparing and analyzing financial statements and/or reports.
• Processing journal entries, and/or other accounting transactions.
• Drafting, validating and/or adhering to standard operating procedures.
• Researching and correcting financial errors and anomalies identified in various financial reports.
• Preparing, reviewing and submitting various ad-hoc financial reports, summaries and other information to members of management.
• Working in a team environment and independently.

Job Requirements

• Work requires a highly motivated self-starter with attention to detail, deadline-oriented, and communicates effectively both verbally and written.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn new tasks and business functions.
• Ability to learn quickly, possess strong analytical skills and multi-task.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office suite, specifically, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of progressively responsible experience in federal accounting and/or financial management.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or another other Business-Related degree.
• CPA candidate and/or CGFM preferred, but not required.
• Work requires a willingness to occasionally work extra hours to meet deadlines
• Our federal clients require individuals to complete a background investigation and credit check, as well as, the ability to obtain a security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship.

Benefits

At Empirical Concepts, Inc., we understand that providing the best services for our clients requires empowered employees. Our team members receive a diverse array of opportunities for experience and growth, such as our comprehensive career development path for candidates seeking an opportunity to become a member of the executive management team. Competitive compensation, including annual cash bonuses, generous benefits, flexible work schedules, and a company-wide commitment to paying for annual continuing education credits are just some of the additional ways we invest in our team members.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness package (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• 10 Paid Holiday Days Off
• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Up to 40 hours of annual paid-time off and reimbursement for CPE’s
• 401(k) Employer Matching
• Bonus Program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Annual company party
• Employee Referral Program
• Life and STD & LTD insurance
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Transportation stipend

Empirical Concepts 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. If you are a candidate in need of assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact HR@empiricalcpa.com. Please be advised that this contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of an application.