Junior General Ledger Accountant

Agile Defense, LLC
United States, Virginia, McLean
Jul 07, 2025
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests. Requisition #: 1037 Job Title: Junior General Ledger Accountant Location: Remote to McLean, VA Salary Range: $45,500 - $84,500 Required Certification(s): * None required SUMMARY Join our dynamic Finance team and grow your accounting career in a fast-paced, supportive environment. This entry-level position offers exposure to core general ledger functions and month-end close processes, ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals. The Junior General Ledger Accountant supports the accounting team by performing routine general ledger tasks. This includes preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting in month-end close, and maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with company policies and accounting standards JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Prepare and post journal entries in the general ledger system * Assist with monthly and quarterly close activities * Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts * Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial data * Support internal and external audits with requested documentation * Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards * Collaborate with accounts payable and receivable teams to ensure data integrity * Maintain organized and accurate financial records and reports QUALIFICATIONS Required Certifications * None required Education, Background, and Years of Experience * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field * 0-2 years of accounting experience, ideally in a general ledger or government contracting role * Basic understanding of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) * Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is a plus * Coursework or internship experience in corporate or federal accounting is helpful ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Required Skills * Ability to prepare journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts * Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn a new ERP system * Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data * Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines * Clear written and verbal communication skills * Analytical thinking and willingness to learn federal accounting practices Preferred Skills * Experience using Deltek Costpoint * Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) * Understanding of indirect rates and project-based accounting * Prior internship or work experience in a government contracting environment * Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team WORKING CONDITIONS Environmental Conditions * This position is primarily remote, with work performed from a home office environment. Occasional on-site attendance may be required for meetings, training, audits, or critical deadlines. Standard working hours apply, with potential for extended hours during month-end close or audit cycles. The role is sedentary and requires regular use of a computer, phone, and other standard office equipment, with no travel beyond visiting the headquarters occasionally. Strength Demands * Sedentary - 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles. Some occasional walking or standing may be required. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Physical Requirements * Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; See Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are. We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section. Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do. Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated. Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support. Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task. Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges. Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Apply for this job