What are the responsibilities and job description for the Federal Staff Accountant position at Hitachi Digital Services?
Our Company
We're Hitachi Digital Services, a global digital solutions and transformation business with a bold vision of our world's potential. We're people-centric and here to power good. Every day, we future-proof urban spaces, conserve natural resources, protect rainforests, and save lives. This is a world where innovation, technology, and deep expertise come together to take our company and customers from what's now to what's next. We make it happen through the power of acceleration.
Imagine the sheer breadth of talent it takes to bring a better tomorrow closer to today. We don't expect you to 'fit' every requirement – your life experience, character, perspective, and passion for achieving great things in the world are equally as important to us.
Job Description
About Hitachi Federal
Hitachi Federal is the trusted leader in mission-centric digital solutions for the U.S. federal government. We strengthen the mission-critical infrastructure and operations of the United States through data center modernization, AI acceleration, data management, hybrid cloud enablement, and cyber resiliency. Powered by Hitachi’s engineering and technology leadership, we help federal agencies modernize how they operate and deliver on their mission. Hitachi Federal is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Digital LLC. Learn more at Hitachi Federal.
POSITION OVERVIEW: Staff Accountant
Location: Reston, VA (Hybrid)
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reports To: Director of Accounting
Hitachi Federal is seeking a diligent, detail-oriented, and collaborative Staff Accountant to join our growing Finance & Accounting team in Reston, VA. This hybrid role will support day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, assist with month-end close activities, and ensure compliance with IFRS and company financial policies.
The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and eager to grow their accounting career within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment supporting federal operations.
Key Responsibilities
The expected pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi Vantara’s bonus/variable/commission pay programs, where applicable, and are subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions.
At Hitachi Federal, great careers start with growth and innovation. Our mission is to deliver insights that power smarter businesses and inspire social innovation solutions for a healthier, safer future. The key to our innovation is our people — our culture values respect, innovation, and collaboration. Join our Hitachi family and help lead the way to extraordinary.
About Us
We're a global, team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can make a positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can bring a better tomorrow closer to today, this is the place for you.
Fostering innovation through diverse perspectives
Hitachi is a global company operating across a wide range of industries and regions. One of the things that sets Hitachi apart is the diversity of our business and people, which drives our innovation and growth.
We are committed to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit-based systems. We believe that when people feel valued, heard, and safe to express themselves, they do their best work.
How we look after you
We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry-leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We're also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We're always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best, which leads to unexpected ideas. So here, you'll experience a sense of belonging, and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with.
We're proud to say we're an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, age, disability status or any other protected characteristic. Should you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know so that we can do our best to set you up for success.
We're Hitachi Digital Services, a global digital solutions and transformation business with a bold vision of our world's potential. We're people-centric and here to power good. Every day, we future-proof urban spaces, conserve natural resources, protect rainforests, and save lives. This is a world where innovation, technology, and deep expertise come together to take our company and customers from what's now to what's next. We make it happen through the power of acceleration.
Imagine the sheer breadth of talent it takes to bring a better tomorrow closer to today. We don't expect you to 'fit' every requirement – your life experience, character, perspective, and passion for achieving great things in the world are equally as important to us.
Job Description
About Hitachi Federal
Hitachi Federal is the trusted leader in mission-centric digital solutions for the U.S. federal government. We strengthen the mission-critical infrastructure and operations of the United States through data center modernization, AI acceleration, data management, hybrid cloud enablement, and cyber resiliency. Powered by Hitachi’s engineering and technology leadership, we help federal agencies modernize how they operate and deliver on their mission. Hitachi Federal is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Digital LLC. Learn more at Hitachi Federal.
POSITION OVERVIEW: Staff Accountant
Location: Reston, VA (Hybrid)
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reports To: Director of Accounting
Hitachi Federal is seeking a diligent, detail-oriented, and collaborative Staff Accountant to join our growing Finance & Accounting team in Reston, VA. This hybrid role will support day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, assist with month-end close activities, and ensure compliance with IFRS and company financial policies.
The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and eager to grow their accounting career within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment supporting federal operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain financial records, reports, and general ledger accounts
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
- Support month-end and year-end close activities
- Process and review expense reports, Procurement Card transactions, vendor invoices, and cash applications
- Perform accounts receivable analysis and monitor collections activities
- Prepare bank reconciliations and monthly balance sheet reconciliations
- Maintain Fixed Asset and Prepaid schedules
- Process semi-annual benefit-related payments and maintain supporting documentation
- Support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, and Purchasing functions as needed
- Respond to internal and external financial information requests
- Assist with audit preparation and financial statement review
- Ensure compliance with IFRS standards and internal accounting controls
- Support the Director of Accounting and Senior Accountant with special projects and reporting initiatives
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
- 1–3 years of accounting experience preferred
- Understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Effective time management and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial/accounting systems
- Experience supporting government contracting environments is a plus
- Experience in NetSuite/Oracle use is a plus
- Hybrid work environment based in Reston, VA
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on growth, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Opportunity to work on industry-leading mission-centric technologies
- Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Exposure to a growing and evolving federal technology organization
The expected pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi Vantara’s bonus/variable/commission pay programs, where applicable, and are subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions.
At Hitachi Federal, great careers start with growth and innovation. Our mission is to deliver insights that power smarter businesses and inspire social innovation solutions for a healthier, safer future. The key to our innovation is our people — our culture values respect, innovation, and collaboration. Join our Hitachi family and help lead the way to extraordinary.
About Us
We're a global, team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can make a positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can bring a better tomorrow closer to today, this is the place for you.
Fostering innovation through diverse perspectives
Hitachi is a global company operating across a wide range of industries and regions. One of the things that sets Hitachi apart is the diversity of our business and people, which drives our innovation and growth.
We are committed to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit-based systems. We believe that when people feel valued, heard, and safe to express themselves, they do their best work.
How we look after you
We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry-leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We're also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We're always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best, which leads to unexpected ideas. So here, you'll experience a sense of belonging, and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with.
We're proud to say we're an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, age, disability status or any other protected characteristic. Should you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know so that we can do our best to set you up for success.
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000