Financial Accounting Operations Specialist

Financial Accounting Operations Specialist

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We are seeking highly skilled Financial Reporting and Accounting Operations Specialist to play a pivotal role in providing support for day‑to‑day accounting activities, internal controls, and oversight of financial statements.

• Conducting general ledger transactions, trial balances, and overseeing G‑Invoicing, Fund Balance with Transfer (FBwT), and Property, Plant & Equipment (PP&E).
• Identifying non‑conformance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), recommending Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), and drafting implementation instructions.
• Providing guidance on proper accounting treatment and ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP for various transactions.
• Supporting key areas such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, cash management, expenses, and financial reporting.
• Coordinating with stakeholders to develop quarterly draft Agency Financial Reports (AFRs) and recommending changes to improve compliance with OMB Circular A‑136.
• Assisting in developing feeder system reconciliations on the ADVANA platform and recommending corrective actions to resolve variances.
• Providing data cleanup support by identifying transactions requiring corrections and preparing supporting documentation.
• Assisting in improving the financial reporting process by gathering reports, performing analysis, conducting reconciliations, and developing/updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and business process narratives.
• Supporting the administration of the Defense Travel System (DTS) programs.
• Facilitating the TWCF Governance Board meetings, including developing agendas, briefing materials, and documenting meeting minutes.

• 3‑4 years experience in financial reporting, accounting operations, and internal controls.
• Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience in analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and making recommendations for process improvements.
• Strong understanding of accounting software and financial systems, preferably experience with DEAMS (Defense Enterprise Accounting and Management System).
• Citizenship:
  Must be a US Citizen.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

• CISA, CDFM, CGFM, CIA, and/or CPA (Preferred)

Job Category:
Financial Consultant. Salary: $53,000.00 – $58,000.00. Benefits include paid time off, health and dental insurance, retirement benefits, and flexible schedules.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Business Consulting and Services