Accounting Financial Manager

Position Details

Job title : Accounting Financial Manager :

Job ID : 778783

Work Mode : HYBRID (3 days Onsite & 2 days Remote)

Duration : 12+ months (with Potential extension)

Location : Washington DC, 20024

Position Summary :

The Accounting Specialist assists District staff in implementing overall financial plans and maintaining compliance with accounting standards and internal policies. This position ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supports the audit process, and contributes to the continuous improvement of financial and accounting procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assist District staff in carrying out overall financial plans and objectives.
• Manage the financial close process by ensuring all accounting events are properly recorded in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) .
• Review and validate entries prior to release by the Accounting Manager in compliance with District Policy.
• Support the annual financial audit and other audits by preparing, reviewing, and providing necessary schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to ensure a clean audit opinion.
• Prepare, maintain, and update accounting policies and procedures to enhance process efficiency and compliance.
• Evaluate and strengthen internal accounting controls , identifying areas of risk and implementing improvements.
• Ensure full compliance with District policies, procedures, and applicable accounting standards.
• Participate in the development and implementation of financial strategies and process improvements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skill Matrix Table : Skill

Required / Desired

Minimum

Amount of Experience

Financial and accounting work experience.

Required

5 Years

Expert knowledge of accounting in the areas of Cash, Accounts Receivable.

Required

Working knowledge in the areas of Grants, Bonds, Retirement Plans and Unclaimed Property.

Required

Expert knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Required

Demonstrated experience in the use of project management skills.

Required

Advanced proficiency in MS Teams, MS Outlook, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Required

Proficiency with Accounting / General Ledger Systems.

Required

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Accounting or Finance

Required

CPA or MBA preferred but not required based on work experience.

Highly desired