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USSGL Accountant
Onsite: Washington, DC
US Citizenship
We are looking to hire a USSGL Accountant in support of the CBP-JPMO program. This is a great opportunity for someone who has a strong foundation in federal accounting and is ready to support high-quality financial reporting and audit-ready processes.
Job Description: The Accountant will support federal accounting and financial operations within AFS by performing general ledger activities aligned with U.S. Standard General Ledger (USSGL) requirements. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance with federal accounting standards, and timely execution of monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working in federal financial systems and understands budget execution, Treasury reporting, and audit requirements under OMB and GAO guidance.
- Perform general ledger accounting in accordance with the USSGL and federal financial regulations.
- Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and journal entries.
- Prepare Treasury reporting (GTAS, G-Invoicing, IPAC, FACTS reporting where applicable).
- Support budget execution, fund control, and funds tracking activities.
- Conduct account reconciliations including fund balance with Treasury (FBwT).
- Assist with internal and external audits (GAO, IG, independent audits).
- Support Statement of Budgetary Resources (SBR) and financial statement preparation.
- Maintain internal controls in accordance with OMB A-123.
- Perform variance analysis and financial data validation.
- Work within federal financial systems (e.g., Oracle Federal Financials, SAP ECC/S4, Momentum, Pegasys).
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Certified Public Accountants License preferred.
- 5-10 years of experience in Accounting.
Other Job Specific Skills
- 3 years federal accounting experience required.
- Experience with USSGL, Treasury Financial Manual (TFM), and GAAP.
- Prior experience supporting federal financial systems.
- Strong Excel and financial reporting skills.
- Ability to analyze, reconcile, and interpret large data sets.
Preferred Certifications & Skills
- CPA, CGFM, CDFM, or working toward certification.
- Experience in government agencies or federal consulting environment.
- Knowledge of OMB Circulars, GAO Green Book, FASAB standards.
Salary : $76,200 - $140,000