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Staff Accountant

Defcon Ai

Job Location:

McLean, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 85000 - 110000

Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 30 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ABOUT DEFCON AI

RESILIENCE IN THE FACE OF DISRUPTION. DEFCON AI is an insights company that leverages artificial intelligence mathematical optimization data analytics and software engineering for resilient optimization of complex systems.
In todays dynamically changing world DEFCON AIs technology aligns outcomes with operational goals better decision making and empowers customers to anticipate assess and mitigate the impacts of disruptions.

About the Role

DEFCON AI is seeking a motivated and detail-orientedStaff Accountant to join our growing Finance team. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Accounting this individual will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of the Companys financial records and supporting day-to-day accounting operations.

The successful candidate will own the general ledger and related accounting processes while assisting with monthly close transactional accounting activities financial reporting government contract accounting support and the annual financial statement audit. This is an outstanding opportunity for an accounting professional with 23 years of experience who wants to grow their career in a fast-paced mission-driven defense technology company.

WhatYoullDo

Own and maintain the Companys general ledger ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
Prepare and post journal entries and perform monthly account reconciliations.
Support monthly quarterly and year-end close activities.
Reconcile bank accounts credit cards prepaid expenses accruals fixed assets and other balance sheet accounts.
Perform and support transactional accounting activities including accounts payable accounts receivable expense reporting payroll accounting and cash management.
Maintain supporting schedules for financial statement balances.
Assist in preparing internal financial reports and analyses.
Support accounting and compliance requirements related to U.S. Government contracts.
Partner with the Director of Finance & Accounting during the annual financial statement audit and other external audits.
Respond to requests from external auditors and assist in preparing audit schedules and supporting documentation.
Help identify opportunities to improve accounting processes internal controls and financial reporting efficiencies.
Participate in special projects and other finance initiatives as the Company continues to grow.

WhatWereLooking for:

Bachelors degree in accounting or finance.
23 years of professional accounting experience.
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close processes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
Excellent analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as Quick Books

Nice to Have:

Experience with government contractors or defense technology companies.
Familiarity with FAR CAS and DCAA compliance requirements.
CPA or progress toward CPA certification is a plus.

What We Offer:

A fully remote environment
Competitive salary bonus and equity package
100% employer paid comprehensive health insurance including medical dental and vision for you and your family
Unlimited PTO with your managers approval
Flexible work environment where you manage your work day
14 weeks of fully-paid parental leave

Salary Range: $85000-$110000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience skills and other factors.

Were an Equal Opportunity Employer: Youll receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex color religion sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or on the basis of disability.

Applicant Data Disclosure

Bysubmittingan application you acknowledge that Defcon AI uses third-party service providers tofacilitateits recruitment and hiring processes. These providers include applicant tracking systems candidate verification platforms and fraud detection tools (collectively Hiring Platforms). Your application materials including your résumé cover letter work samples responses to application questions and any other information yousubmit may be transmitted to and processed by these Hiring Platforms for the following purposes:

Managing and administering your application throughout the hiring process;
Verifying the accuracy and authenticity of application materials including by cross-referencing information you provide against publicly available sources and proprietary databases;
Identifyingindicators of potentially fraudulent fabricated or materially misleading application content including but not limited to discrepancies betweensubmittedmaterials and publicly available professional profiles geographic anomalies and fabricated work histories.

Applications that are flagged through this process ascontainingindicators of fraud or material misrepresentation may be declined from further consideration. If you have questions about the status of your application or the evaluation process please contact.

Defcon AI requires its Hiring Platform providers to process your information solely for the purposes described above andin accordance withapplicable law. Your information will beretainedonly for as long as necessary to fulfill these purposes and any applicable legal obligations after which it will bedeletedin accordance with Defcon AIs data retention policies.

For more information about how your data is used please refer to our Privacy Policy andApplicant Privacy Notice.

Required Experience:

Staff IC

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