Accounting, tax and advisory solutions since 1981.
Outsourced Accounting & Advisory Services Staff Accountant
Location
United States
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
$73K - $80K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Summary of Responsibilities:
GRF CPAs & Advisors has served the Washington, DC metropolitan region since 1981, providing outsourced accounting, auditing, risk advisory and consulting, and tax services to a diverse client base including government contractors, professional service firms, nonprofit organizations, and others.
We are currently seeking an experienced senior-level accountant to join our dynamic and growing Outsourced Accounting and Advisory Services team. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting government contractors and working within the Unanet or QuickBooks accounting platforms.
In this position, you will help supervise and execute client engagements using cloud-based accounting systems, particularly Unanet and QuickBooks Online. Our team-based environment requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, collaborate effectively, quickly adopt new technologies, and communicate clearly with clients.
Salary Range: $73,000 - $80,000
Location: Fully Remote or In-Office (Bethesda, MD)
Essential Functions:
1. Manage various aspects of the monthly close process including reconciliations, preparation of supporting schedules, financial analysis, quality review, and financial reporting.
2. Apply strong knowledge of accrual basis accounting to enter and review transactions, resolve variances, and ensure accurate general ledger management.
3. Utilize, train, and implement cloud-based accounting tools such as Bill.com, Expensify, and other platforms commonly used by government contractors.
4. Coordinate different phases of engagements with supervisors or managers, review workpapers for accuracy and completeness, and maintain clear client communication.
5. Provide oversight and coaching to staff accountants; offer guidance, feedback, and support professional development.
6. Assist clients with understanding financial statements, compliance with government contracting requirements, indirect rate calculations, and cost accounting standards.
7. Ensure deliverables are prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards and firm protocols.
8. Maintain strong client relationships and prioritize responsive, high-quality service delivery.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
- 1-3 years’ experience in public accounting or private industry, with progressive responsibility. Experience with government contractors strongly preferred. Prior CPA firm experience is a plus.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks and Unanet required or strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with cloud-based tools such as Bill.com, Expensify, or similar platforms.
- Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) compliance is a plus but not required.
- Ability to manage competing priorities across diverse client accounts.
- Strong organizational, communication, and team leadership skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.
- Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and commitment to being a collaborative team member.
- This job description is not an all-inclusive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned as required by business needs. Management reserves the right to modify this description at any time. Employment remains at will.
Benefits
- This is a full-time position. Our office is located two blocks from the Bethesda Metro Station (red line). We offer a competitive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with profit sharing, employer-supported medical coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, student loan repayment, generous PTO, and a culture that fosters flexibility and career development. We look forward to hearing from you!
- GRF CPAs & Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. At GRF CPAs and Advisors, we cultivate an inclusive business environment where all employees are valued for their unique contributions to our mission to provide exceptional financial, tax and consulting services to our clients in the US and around the world.
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