Principal Accountant

ASRC Federal•Reston, VA

About The Position

ASRC Federal is seeking an experienced Principal Accountant to support complex financial reporting, technical accounting, and compliance activities within a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. This role will be responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing and consolidating financial statements, ensuring adherence to accounting policies and internal controls, and supporting key business initiatives including revenue recognition, EAC reviews, and technical accounting assessments. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, advanced Excel capabilities, and the ability to operate with a high level of integrity and professionalism.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 8-10 years of experience in accounting field, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience along with CPA certification.
Microsoft Office; specifically, the use of pivot tables, vlookups, sumifs, and additional calculations/tools within Excel.
Possess strong attention to detail, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity.
Eagerness to learn and grow within a fast-paced compliance-driven environment.
Must be a US Citizen to meet the requirements of this position.

Nice To Haves

Deltek Costpoint experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare all financial reports.
Maintain or oversee the control of accounts and records in such areas as disbursements, expenses, tax payments, and income.
Compile and analyze financial information to record transactions, prepare reports, and review and verify accuracy.
Prepare balance sheet, profit and loss and cash flow statements, prepares and consolidates financial statements, and other accounting schedules and reports.
Responsible for the adherence to and communication of accounting and auditing policies and procedures and internal controls.
Prepare written technical accounting and financial reporting position papers for review, revenue recognition, EAC reviews and policy, impairment, equity-method investees, acquisitions, and discontinued operations.