Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

McLean, VA (Hybrid Onsite)

110k-130k/year

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant with government contract experience to join our client's team at the McLean Corporate Office. This role is responsible for managing general ledger transactions, preparing monthly financial statements, overseeing bank reconciliations, managing our outsourced Accounts Payable vendor, and supporting audit processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a commitment to accuracy, and experience in government contracting environments. This role requires exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to manage ambiguity and change.

Location: Hybrid - McLean, VA

To keep breaking barriers and redefining what's possible, we're looking for candidates with the following exceptional technical capabilities:

General Ledger & Financial Reporting

• Enter financial data and transactions into the general ledger
• Participate in month-end close activities
• Perform account reconciliations
• Respond to internal and external audit inquiries
• Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting processes

Other Accounting Duties

• Prepare monthly financial statements
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations
• Enter cash receipts
• Oversee outsourced Accounts Payable vendor
• Prepare and submit employee expense reports
• Assist with audit processes
• Troubleshoot Deltek Costpoint system issues and support upgrades

Collaboration

• Provide support to the Controller, Finance Director, auditors, and other accounting/finance professionals as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's (BS) degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting with 2+ years of relevant experience in government contracting (can substitute 5+ years of relevant work experience for degree)
• Must have 3 years of experience with medium-to-large government contracting entities
• Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint and Time & Expense systems
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Paycom Interface, and Cognos/CER
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• High aptitude for numbers and accuracy
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive data
• This position may require eligibility for access to classified information. Must be able to successfully complete all required background and eligibility checks

Additional Qualifications

• CPA certification is a plus
• Familiarity with FAR, CAS, DCAA, and government compliance is a plus

Marathon TS is committed to the development of a creative, diverse and inclusive work environment. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Marathon TS will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Marathon TS does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status").