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Accounting Analyst

Job in Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22070, USA
Listing for: Akima
Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-06-26
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 75000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Accounting Analyst I

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and analytical Accounting Analyst to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with an accounting background who is eager to contribute to process improvements, support internal controls, and provide meaningful insights through data analysis. The position offers the opportunity to engage with complex accounting processes, reporting, and system initiatives, allowing you to make a measurable impact on operational efficiency and decision-making.

Responsibilities
  • Perform key functions in daily AP operations.
  • Analyze accounting data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Review large data set transactions, exceptions, and reports to ensure accuracy, compliance, and adherence to internal controls.
  • Resolve discrepancies and document resolutions across accounting systems.
  • Perform key controls reviews to prevent unauthorized entries or overrides.
  • Support management in tracking, analyzing, and reporting key metrics.
  • Documenting requirements, testing, tracking issues, and data and workflow validation as needed.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and special projects to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Maintain accurate records to support audits and compliance initiatives.
Qualifications
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
  • 0–2 years of relevant accounting or data analysis experience
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data manipulation skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
  • Proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, basic data analysis).
  • Strong communication and work independently.
  • Hybrid Role – must be able to come into office two days a week in Herndon, VA
  • This Hybrid position requires that you live within commuting distance from Herndon, VA
Desired Qualifications
  • Interest in leveraging data and analysis to drive improvements in accounting processes.
  • Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, reporting).
  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP Concur, Costpoint, or similar.
  • Exposure to accounting/reporting projects, process improvement, or system implementations.
  • Experience tracking metrics and preparing reports for management.
  • Demonstrated ability to participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Pay Range: $60,000 - $75,000

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