Junior Staff Accountant

About the role

Alpha Omega is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Staff Accountant to join our Finance and Accounting team in Vienna, VA. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to develop their skills within a growing government contracting organization. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of basic accounting principles, excellent attention to detail, and an interest in developing their knowledge of government contracting and project-based accounting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general ledger accounting activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments
• Perform monthly balance sheet and general ledger account reconciliations
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Assist with accounts payable activities, including invoice review, coding, documentation, and payment processing
• Support accounts receivable and billing activities, including reviewing supporting documentation and assisting with invoice preparation
• Review employee expense reports and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance with company policies
• Assist with bank and credit card reconciliations
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
• Assist with project accounting activities and the review of project-related costs
• Support timekeeping and labor-related accounting processes as needed
• Assist with financial reporting, schedules, and ad hoc accounting analyses
• Support internal and external audits by gathering documentation and responding to information requests
• Work collaboratively with Finance, Accounting, Contracts, Payroll, Program Management, and other internal teams to resolve accounting discrepancies
• Assist with maintaining internal controls and ensuring accounting transactions comply with company policies and procedures
• Develop an understanding of government contracting accounting requirements and applicable FAR/DCAA guidelines
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, documentation, and reporting
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• 0–2 years of professional accounting, finance, or related experience; relevant internship experience may be considered
• Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience or familiarity with account reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or month-end close processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting/filtering, and working with financial data
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous accounting or finance experience within a federal government contracting environment
• Experience or familiarity with Unanet ERP or another project-based accounting/ERP system
• Familiarity with government contracting concepts, including direct and indirect costs, project accounting, and contract billing
• Basic knowledge of FAR, DCAA, or other government contracting accounting requirements
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
• Previous accounting internship or 1–2 years of entry-level accounting experience

Pay

The likely salary range for this position is $55,000–$68,000. Multiple factors are considered in determining final pay, including relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and contract provisions regarding labor categories.

Benefits

• 15 days PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave
• Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays, five of which are floating holidays
• Health and Dental Insurance (100% employer-paid premiums for employee coverage under the HDHP health plan)
• Life Insurance, STD/LTD term disability coverage (employer-paid premiums)
• 401(k) plan with a match that is 100% vested after two years of service
• FSA/DFSA/HSA flexible benefit plans
• Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement benefit

About the Company

Alpha Omega is an award-winning solutions provider dedicated to delivering mission-enabling technology and strategic solutions for our customers. Since our founding in 2016, we have grown to over 700 employees nationwide consisting of former operators, technologists, and strategists who bring decades of government and industry experience. We support agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Navy, Air Force, Army, Department of State (DOS), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Treasury, Health & Human Services (HHS), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Through strategic partnerships, intellectual property, and relentless drive for innovation, Alpha Omega is shaping the future of government technology. We are proud to be a Virginia Best Places to Work 8 times, an Inc. 5000 honoree 7 times, and a Washington Post Top Workplaces 4 times.

Culture and Values

Guided by our core values—Harmony, Engagement, Accountability, Resourcefulness, and Tenacity (HEART)—we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We recognize and reward hard work and invest in top talent through mentorship, growth, and meaningful work. We value individuality, reward integrity, and foster a diverse, high-performing team united by purpose—at work, in service, and in the community.