Core One seeks an experienced Senior Accounting Associate who will be part of an energetic and motivated team that directly impacts the growth and success of our organization. The successful candidate thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, will be able to provide a broad range of finance and accounting support, is highly attentive to detail, and is driven to improve processes and procedures. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Reconcile all accounts on the Balance Sheet
• Calculate indirect rate pools and post labor distributions 
• Review and approve mid-month and month-end billing for all projects
• Review and approve subcontractor, independent contractor, and accounts payable invoices
• Provide input on process improvements and drive automation of our reporting processes 
• Work closely with company leadership to analyze and understand financial results 
• Create ad-hoc reporting and financial analysis to address specific requests from the leadership team or clients 
• Create and maintain core/standardized reports using Excel and other cost tools
• Provide information and support for internal and external audits 
• Identify areas of opportunity to become more efficient in processes and reporting 
• Create and document processes and procedures to ensure consistency of practice 
• Perform all functions within the parameters of Accounting and Finance operations policies and procedures 
• Serve as back-up for other management staff 
• Assists with other assignments and/or special projects as requested  

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance 
• 3 years of experience in accounting for a government contracting company
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP with strong General Accounting skills
• A high level of proficiency in Excel required

Desired Skills/Qualifications: 

• Costpoint experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• CPA certification

About Core One 
Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges.  In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first and is comprised of outstanding professionals from the national security community.  Because Core One is committed to seeking top talent, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. In addition, Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic and growing company that values exceptional performance.

Core One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.