Mid Level Accountant (Federal)

Mid-Level Accountants shall perform detailed financial analysis, reconciliation, and review support under general supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship or Green Card holders are required for this position due to federal contract requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, auditing, or cost accounting, and 3+ years of relevant federal experience.
• Experience supporting government financial & accounting evaluations, with a strong preference experience in indirect cost rate reviews, cost allocation plans, or similar financial evaluations.
• Knowledge of basic Federal cost principles and familiarity with 2 CFR Part 200.
• Experience reconciling financial data & analysis/review of audited financial statements.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate supporting documentation.
• The project is for a Federal agency and we need accountants with exposure to 2 CFR Part 200. Like professionals who understand federal grant financial management and compliance, not just general accounting.

An accountant supporting this work should typically have experience with the following:

Desired knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200

• Uniform Guidance requirements for federal grants and cooperative agreements.

Typical responsibilities

• Reviewing grant expenditures for allowability under 2 CFR Part 200.
• Monitoring recipient financial compliance.
• Reviewing budgets and budget modifications.
• Preparing or reviewing Federal Financial Reports (SF-425).
• Reconciling grant expenditures and drawdowns.
• Assessing indirect cost rates (NICRA) and application of indirect costs.
• Reviewing recipient internal controls and financial management systems.
• Supporting grant closeout activities.
• Assisting with audit findings and corrective action plans.
• Providing technical assistance to grant recipients on financial compliance.

General Requirements

• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment.
• Experience supporting cost and financial transparency & maintaining documentation sufficient for Federal review.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance/credentials required to perform the job.