Jr Financial Accountant

XLA is looking for a Jr Financial Accountant to support a federal agency in Arlington, VA. This is an onsite position Monday-Friday.

• Requires knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices as well as particular principles relating to government contract accounting practices and regulations.
• Requires ability to read and interpret written information and effectively communicate verbally and in writing where information includes precise information and terminology.

• Salary for this position is $47,500

Functional Responsibilities:

• In direct support of senior accountants' performance measure development efforts, provides data compilation and analysis through the use of standard accounting software applications, banking applications, and spreadsheets.
• Prepares accurate journal entries to clear reconciling items, follow up on researched items, maintenance of statistical information on accounts and communicating critical issues to management for resolution.

Minimum Experience/Education/Certification:

• Entry level position requiring 0-3 years' experience.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.