Financial Statement Accountant

Make an impact supporting the Department of War (DoW) and theUnited States Marine Corps (USMC)! Lynch Consultants is seeking a Financial Statement Accountant with a solid understanding of USMC financial reporting and General Ledger accounting who is ready to take on meaningful challenges and make a measurable difference.

Onlyapplicants who fullysatisfyall required qualificationswill be considered for further review.

Salary:$80000 -$130000 per year. (based on experience)

Work Location and Schedule:

• This position is located in Alexandria VA. Associatesare required to beon-site at least 2 daysper week (subject to more if and when needed).
  

Required Qualifications Must Have:

• MUST have a Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting or a Business Management-related field.
• MUSThave at least3yearsof Federal accounting orfinancial managementexperience.
• MUST haveproficiencyin preparing Annual Financial Reports (AFRs) Reviewing Journal Vouchers(JVs) Financial Reporting Financial Statement Crosswalks and experience working at or with DFAS.
• MUST haveproficiencywithDoWfinancial systems (e.g. N-ERP DAI) and data analytics platforms ( Jupiter).
• MUSThave an activeSecret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• MUSTbe aUS Citizen.
• MUSTbe located intheNational Capital Region (DC Virginia Maryland).
• MUSThave one of the following professional certifications or the ability to obtain one within 6-months of being hired: CPA CISA CGFM CDFM.

• DoW DON or USMC experience in federalfinancial management accounting or auditreadiness. Experience with N-ERP or DAI.

Job Duties:

• Supportfinancial reporting processes AFR compilationand/or accountingin accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Statements of Federal Financial Accounting Standards(SFFAS) and/or relevant Department of the Treasury and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) policies.
• Investigate and analyzeGeneral Ledgerposting errorsdetermineroot causes and executeappropriate correctiveactions orjournal entries.
• Collaboratewithfinance procurement and IT teamsto understand transaction lifecycles and assess how upstream activities affectGL accuracy.
• Draft update andmaintainGL process documentationincluding Standard Operating Procedures Desktop Guides and white papersensuring clarity consistency and adherence to internal controls.
• Document reconciliation steps error resolution activities and related financial impactsto support audit requirements and ongoing process improvements.
• Develop andmaintainGL-focused training materialsuser guides and FAQs to promoteaccurateposting practices and reduce recurring discrepancies.
• Provide training and end-user support on GL functionalitymonth-end close procedures and best practices for preventing posting errors.

Skills:

• Ability to review and verify financial documentation for accuracycompleteness and compliance withDoW DON and USMC financial managementregulations.
• Experiencedreconciling data across financial systemsidentifyingdiscrepancies andimplementing corrective actions.

• Skilled in performing audit sample selection review and follow-up to support auditreadiness and remediation.

• Proven ability to conduct compliance reviews prepare findings reports and recommendpolicy or process improvements.

• Advancedproficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint) and ability topresent findings to senior stakeholders.

If you are a highly motivated individual with the ability to solve complex issues take on new responsibilities buildrelationshipsand think in unique and innovative ways we are looking for you!


Why Join LC

AtLynch Consultants (LC) your career growth is unlimited. We offer a competitive compensation package employer-supported 401(k) world-class health benefits paidvacationand holidays plus programs that support your well-being.

Youllgain:

• Competitive total compensation:Our starting salaries are competitive and our total compensation package goes even further. You have the chance to earn performance and referral bonuses plus a profit-sharing bonus available to eligible associates.

• Flexible career architecture:We encourage growing in your own way whether that be moving up moving across or staying at your current level while taking on new challenges.

• Unlimited promotion opportunities:Wedonthave a cap on advancement at Lynch. Ifyoureready to take on more responsibility and leadership the opportunity is there.

• Your career your choice:Your timeline. Your path. Your definition of success. Whether you want to sprint towards partnership explore different service lines or master your craft at your current levelwerehere to support you.

About Us:
Lynch Consultants LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a premier Federalprofessional servicesfirm where your work makes a real difference. We value purpose growth and impact and we proudly support and encourage applications from U.S. military veterans.