Accounting Financial Manager

Work Location: Washington, DC

Work Schedule: Hybrid (Local Candidates Only)

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Accounting Financial Manager to provide financial management, accounting oversight, and operational leadership in support of the District's fiscal objectives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and improving the effectiveness of internal accounting processes and controls.

This position requires strong analytical and leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working collaboratively with District staff, auditors, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist District staff in executing and monitoring the organization's overall financial plans.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all accounting events are recorded accurately and in compliance with GAAP and District policies.
• Review and validate accounting entries prior to release by the Accounting Manager to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support the annual financial audit and other external or internal audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation necessary to secure a clean audit opinion.
• Develop, maintain, and update policies and procedures for accounting and financial processes to ensure consistent application and compliance.
• Evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of internal accounting controls, identify areas of risk, and implement process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with District financial policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide financial analysis and insight to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Collaborate across departments to support grant accounting, bond activities, and retirement plan administration as needed.
• Maintain accurate financial records, prepare reports, and assist in special accounting projects as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance required.
• CPA or MBA preferred, but not required depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive financial and accounting experience.
• Expert knowledge of accounting principles related to Cash Management and Accounts Receivable.
• Working knowledge in related areas such as Grants, Bonds, Retirement Plans, and Unclaimed Property.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proven experience in project management and process improvement.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial data clearly.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency with Accounting and General Ledger Systems.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments.
• Results-driven, with a commitment to maintaining accuracy, compliance, and fiscal responsibility.

About The Company
Headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, Zenius Corporation is a HUBZone-certified small business. Zenius specializes in providing Grants Management, IT Modernization, Acquisition Management, and Financial Management services to Federal agencies. Zenius is selected by Inc 5000 as one of the fastest-growing companies in the DC Metro Area, awarded in 2025, 2024, 2021, and 2020. Zenius is also listed by Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas in 2021. Zenius is an awardee of 2019 Best of Leesburg winner (Business Management Consultant category).

Benefits
Zenius Corporation is an employee-oriented company. Join us now and help us grow

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes paid holidays and paid time off, medical insurance including health, vision, dental insurance, 401K matching, Flexible Spending Account and flexible schedules, as per business needs. We also work with our employees on training and professional certification plans that benefit the employee.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Zenius Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Zenius complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Zenius Corporation expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.