Corporate Accounting Lead

CACI International•Reston, VA

1d•$70,800 - $148,600

About The Position

The Corporate Accounting Lead supports the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of corporate financial reporting. The role prepares, reviews, and reconciles general ledger activity, particularly payroll, compensation, and employee benefits, and oversees payroll-related journal entries to ensure transactions are accurate, supported, and properly recorded. The position requires knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, account reconciliation, internal controls, and SOX requirements. It analyzes account activity, investigates discrepancies, identifies process improvements, and helps ensure compliance with accounting procedures. The Corporate Accounting Lead also collaborates with internal stakeholders, supports audits, maintains process documentation, participates in special projects, and shares knowledge with and cross-trains team members.

Requirements

At least three years of accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to analyze financial data, research discrepancies, and resolve accounting issues accurately and efficiently.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience preparing, reviewing, or reconciling payroll, compensation, and employee benefit journal entries.
Experience reconciling quarterly IRS Form 941 filings to payroll records, payroll tax liabilities, and general ledger accounts.
Experience supporting monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
Familiarity with internal controls, SOX requirements, and audit support.
Experience identifying process inefficiencies and implementing improvements or automation.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including explaining accounting issues and presenting findings to internal stakeholders.
Self-motivation, strong initiative, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively.
Interest in expanding technical accounting knowledge, developing leadership skills, and pursuing career advancement.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and maintain journal entries related to payroll, compensation, employee benefits, and other assigned corporate accounting activities.
Oversee and review payroll journal entries, validating financial data, account coding, supporting documentation, and general ledger postings; investigate discrepancies and coordinate resolution.
Prepare and review complex account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and financial reports; research variances, determine root causes, and prepare or recommend correcting entries.
Prepare and review quarterly Form 941 reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, maintain supporting documentation, and coordinate with Payroll, Tax, and other stakeholders.
Analyze general ledger activity for accuracy and completeness, investigate unusual fluctuations, and maintain records in accordance with accounting policies and procedures.
Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and other deliverables.
Perform accounting activities in accordance with company policies, internal controls, and SOX standards; maintain documentation and identify control improvements.
Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and account analyses, responding to auditor inquiries, and helping resolve issues.
Develop, update, and maintain standard operating procedures, process documentation, and accounting work instructions.
Identify and implement workflow improvements and automation to reduce manual effort, improve data accuracy, and increase efficiency.
Collaborate with Accounting, Payroll, Human Resources, IT, and other functions to resolve accounting issues and support projects and system initiatives.
Provide cross-training, guidance, and mentoring to peers; share best practices and support team development.
Participate in corporate accounting initiatives, system enhancements, process improvement efforts, and other assigned special projects.
Communicate issues clearly, work effectively with colleagues, and contribute to the Corporate Accounting team.