Lynch Consultants, LLC

Financial Statement Accountant

Alexandria, VA - Full Time

Make an impact supporting the Department of War (DoW) and the United States Marine Corps (USMC)! Lynch Consultants is seeking a Financial Statement Accountant with a solid understanding of USMC financial reporting and General Ledger accounting who is ready to take on meaningful challenges and make a measurable difference.

Only applicants who fully satisfy all required qualifications will be considered for further review.   

 Salary: $80,000 - $130,000 per year. (based on experience)   

Work Location and Schedule: 

  • This position is located in Alexandria, VA. Associates are required to be on-site at least 2 days per week (subject to more if and when needed).
     

Required Qualifications – Must Have:

  • MUST have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or a Business Management-related field. 
  • MUST have at least 3+ years of Federal accounting or financial management experience. 
  • MUST have proficiency in preparing Annual Financial Reports (AFRs), Reviewing Journal Vouchers (JVs), Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Crosswalks, and experience working at or with DFAS. 
  • MUST have proficiency with DoW financial systems (e.g., N-ERP, DAI) and data analytics platforms (e.g., Advana, Jupiter). 
  • MUST have an active Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one.
  • MUST be a US Citizen. 
  • MUST be located in the National Capital Region (DC, Virginia, Maryland). 
  • MUST have one of the following professional certifications or the ability to obtain one within 6-months of being hired: CPA, CISA, CGFM, CDFM. 

Preferred Qualifications:
  •  DoW, DON, or USMC experience in federal financial management, accounting, or audit readiness. Experience with N-ERP or DAI. 


Job Duties:

  • Support financial reporting processes, AFR compilation, and/or accounting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Statements of Federal Financial Accounting Standards (SFFAS), and/or relevant Department of the Treasury and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) policies. 
  • Investigate and analyze General Ledger posting errors, determine root causes, and execute appropriate corrective actions or journal entries. 
  • Collaborate with finance, procurement, and IT teams to understand transaction lifecycles and assess how upstream activities affect GL accuracy. 
  • Draft, update, and maintain GL process documentation—including Standard Operating Procedures, Desktop Guides, and white papers—ensuring clarity, consistency, and adherence to internal controls. 
  • Document reconciliation steps, error resolution activities, and related financial impacts to support audit requirements and ongoing process improvements. 
  • Develop and maintain GL-focused training materials, user guides, and FAQs to promote accurate posting practices and reduce recurring discrepancies. 
  • Provide training and end-user support on GL functionality, month-end close procedures, and best practices for preventing posting errors. 


Skills:

  • Ability to review and verify financial documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with DoW, DON, and USMC financial management regulations. 
  • Experienced reconciling data across financial systems, identifying discrepancies, and implementing corrective actions. 
  • Skilled in performing audit sample selection, review, and follow-up to support audit readiness and remediation. 
  • Proven ability to conduct compliance reviews, prepare findings reports, and recommend policy or process improvements. 
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ability to present findings to senior stakeholders. 


If you are a highly motivated individual with the ability to solve complex issues, take on new responsibilities, build relationships and think in unique and innovative ways, we are looking for you!    


Why Join LC?      


At Lynch Consultants (LC), your career growth is unlimited. We offer a competitive compensation package, employer-supported 401(k), world-class health benefits, paid vacation and holidays, plus programs that support your well-being.    
     
You’ll gain:

  • Competitive total compensation: Our starting salaries are competitive, and our total compensation package goes even further. You have the chance to earn performance and referral bonuses, plus a profit-sharing bonus available to eligible associates.    
  • Flexible career architecture: We encourage growing in your own way, whether that be moving up, moving across, or staying at your current level while taking on new challenges.    
  • Unlimited promotion opportunities: We don’t have a cap on advancement at Lynch. If you’re ready to take on more responsibility and leadership, the opportunity is there.    
  • Your career, your choice: Your timeline. Your path. Your definition of success. Whether you want to sprint towards partnership, explore different service lines, or master your craft at your current level, we’re here to support you.    

     
About Us:
Lynch Consultants, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a premier Federal professional services firm where your work makes a real difference. We value purpose, growth, and impact, and we proudly support and encourage applications from U.S. military veterans.
 

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