Senior Accountant & Financial Analyst

Senior Accountant & Financial Analyst

Onsite | Sterling, VA Area

Salary: $95,000 with employee insurance 100% covered by employer

We are seeking a Senior Accountant & Financial Analyst to join a high-performing and collaborative accounting team in the Sterling, VA area. This is a hands-on role offering strong visibility to senior finance leadership and the opportunity to contribute across core accounting functions, financial reporting, and analysis.

This position is ideal for someone with a public accounting foundation who is looking to grow within a dynamic, fast-paced corporate environment.

Position Overview

The Senior Accountant & Financial Analyst will play a key role in supporting the general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, and analytical initiatives. This individual will work closely with accounting leadership and cross-functional teams, while also contributing to special projects and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger & Month-End Close

• Support month-end close activities including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet and bank reconciliations
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements
• Perform revenue and expense analysis, including variance reporting
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Contribute to financial analysis and ad hoc reporting requests

Audit & Compliance

• Assist with year-end audit and audit preparation
• Prepare supporting schedules and research accounting issues

Collaboration & Special Projects

• Partner with accounting, AP, and systems teams on daily operations
• Support cross-functional initiatives and special projects
• Provide backup support across the accounting team as needed
• Assist with onboarding and training of new team members

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (not Finance)
• 3–5 years of accounting experience, including general ledger and audit exposure
• Public accounting experience (1–2+ years strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting

Preferred:

• Experience with ERP systems (Great Plains a plus)
• CPA is not required, but progress toward certification is a plus

Skills & Attributes

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset with a proactive, solutions-driven approach

Why This Role

• High visibility to senior finance leadership
• Opportunity to build both accounting and analytical skill sets
• Collaborative, team-driven culture
• Exposure to special projects and process improvements