Staff Accountant

Job Description

CSCI Consulting is looking for a highly skilled Staff Accountant to support financial reporting and accounting operations for federal agency clients. This position requires technical expertise in federal accounting systems, strong analytical skills, and the ability to evaluate and improve financial reporting processes and controls.

The Staff Accountant will play a key role in ensuring compliance with accounting standards while supporting core tasks such as financial reporting and Agency Financial Report (AFR) compilation and accounting treatment and data standardization. The role also involves reviewing and advising on federal accounting system policies, regulations, and system

Responsibilities

• Assist in the compilation of the AFR and other financial reporting deliverables
• Support accounting treatment assessments, financial data standardization, and documentation efforts
• Provide technical expertise in evaluating and improving agency accounting systems, policies, and operations
• Conduct requirements analysis and assist in system design related to accounting functionality and enhancements
• Analyze and evaluate federal accounting systems, including implementation plans, compliance procedures, and reporting effectiveness
• Resolve complex accounting issues by serving as a technical advisor to internal teams and agency clients
• Evaluate system proposals for conformance with federal accounting standards, financial reporting requirements, and best practices
• Recommend and help implement processing improvements and system modifications to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Prepare clear documentation, reports, and recommendations to support internal decision-making and client transparency

Minimum Requirements

• 8 to 10 years of relevant accounting or financial reporting experience and a bachelor’s degree, or 15 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree
• Strong understanding of federal accounting practices, financial management regulations, and reporting standards
• Experience working with or evaluating federal accounting systems and financial applications
• Proven ability to analyze accounting system functionality, develop requirements, and support technical design
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to provide guidance on complex accounting treatments and ensure compliance with federal reporting requirements
• Creativity and adaptability in problem-solving
• Ability to work with clients to understand their needs
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional presence

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with systems such as Oracle Federal Financials, Momentum, or SAP in a federal context
• Working knowledge of OMB, FASAB, GAO, and Treasury guidance
• Experience with audit support, internal controls, or agency financial improvement initiatives
• CPA, CGFM, CDFM, or other professional accounting certification preferred
• Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently
• Strong customer and vendor relationship skills
• Demonstrated ability to comply with data standards and policies
• Motivation to learn new technologies and methodologies that demonstrate value
• Past experience working with a federal agency / state or local government agency
• Department of Defense experience is a plus!
  

About CSCI

CSCI is an award-winning information technology and financial management consulting firm founded on one simple philosophy: “Do what is right, always.” We apply this philosophy across all elements of our growing business, from delivering world-class services for customers to providing an environment where associates thrive both personally and professionally. At CSCI, work and fun aren’t diametrically opposed!

At CSCI, our goal is to hire people with proven track records and retain them with an energizing, diverse company culture. We value each associate’s natural drive to excel, and we provide them with the freedom to do things their way. CSCI seeks the best and brightest in the industry—those who are ready to move their lives and career forward. Join us today and get excited about Mondays again!

Benefits of Working at CSCI

• Competitive salaries
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package
• Paid holidays aligned to the Federal calendar
• Full health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Team building events
• Professional development support 

 

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Legal

CSCI complies with all applicable Federal, state, and local employment regulations. Please reach out to HR@csciconsulting.com with any questions. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. CSCI provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

If you require an accommodation, please contact CSCI Human Resources for further assistance. For questions regarding the qualifications listed above, please contact the CSCI Recruiting Team.

E-Verify

CSCI participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. 

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Notice

As part of the application and recruitment process, CSCI Consulting, Inc. may collect personal information as described under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). 

This information is collected solely for employment-related purposes, including evaluating your qualifications, processing your application, and complying with legal obligations. 

By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the following notice regarding the collection of your personal information as a job applicant: 

• Categories of Information Collected: Personal identifiers, employment history, educational information, and any other information provided in your application or as part of the interview process.
• Purposes for Collecting Information: To review your application, assess your qualifications, and manage the hiring process.
• Retention and Security: Information collected will be retained indefinitely and will be securely stored and handled in accordance with CCPA guidelines and CSCI Consulting, Inc. policies.
• Rights of Applicants: Under CCPA, California residents have the right to request information about the personal data we collect, delete it, and request restrictions on certain uses. However, some information may be retained as required by law. 

For further information, or to exercise your rights under the CCPA, please contact CSCI’s HR team. 

Disclaimer

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.