Staff Accountant

FARMER MAC•Washington, DC

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

This Staff Accountant - Accounting Operations position is responsible for day-to-day general accounting activities and supports the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. This role is responsible for preparing and recording journal entries, maintaining subledgers, performing reconciliations, and analyzing general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting policies. The position will also support financial reporting activities and collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate financial information.

Requirements

Excellent analytical skills used to assess detailed fluctuations in accounts on a monthly and quarterly basis
Strong knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
Demonstrated attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and thoroughness
Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work well in a team setting
Ability to work under tight deadlines and to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with peers and all levels of management
Strong computer skills with an emphasis in analyzing accounting postings and transaction data in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Suite applications (Word, Access, Visio)
Proven organizational skills with a focus on document management
Minimum of 1 year of experience in public or private accounting, internal audit and/or internal control assessments
Bachelorcs degree in Accounting required
Registered as, or working towards, a Certified Public Accountant

Nice To Haves

Experience in financial services industry is preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries for a variety of transactions, including loans, investments, debt, derivatives and other assets and liabilities in accordance with accounting policies
Prepare reconciliations between subledgers and related general ledger accounts; investigate and resolve reconciling items
Perform account roll-forward analyses and detailed fluctuation analyses to ensure completeness and accuracy of balances
Support the financial close process by meeting established close deadlines and maintaining proper documentation
Prepare quarterly and annual reports and disclosures to support the Financial Reporting team in the quarterly filing of forms 10-Q/10-K with the SEC
Reconcile cash activity and support monitoring of cash balances and transactions
Account for balance sheet accounts such as prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accounts payable, accruals, and other assets and liabilities
Participate in system testing and validation for new or enhanced applications to ensure accounting and reporting requirements are met
Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting questions and improve processes
Perform other accounting and financial tasks as assigned on a regular or ad hoc basis