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Financial Analyst (Washington, DC)

Job Title and Location: Full time Senior Accountant (Washington DC) Company mission: The Gemini 3 Group was founded in 2008 and is classified as an SBA 8(a)-certified and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business. We provide a team of committed, empowered and technically capable professionals to fulfill the mission(s) of our clients in the public and private sector(s). Our business approach is to synergistically apply core competencies, organizational capabilities, and resources to maximize success for our clients. People remain a priority with us; Our Clients, Our People, and Our Partners. G3G strives to provide superior quality and unparalleled customer service in all aspects of our business. We believe each employee contributes to the success and growth of our Company. It is our goal to provide our employees with a work environment that promotes professional and personal fulfillment, career development, and job enrichment. Job Summary/Purpose: The Gemini 3 Group is seeking aSenior Accountantto help support the US Coast Guard in Washington, DC. Essential Responsibilities/Functions:

+ Manage funding authority received from the Department of State and other related government organizations for Coast Guard training activities relating to national defense, maritime safety, marine environment protection, search and rescue and drug interdiction under reimbursable agreements

+ Review mission and program budgets to prepare funding requests from clients

+ Review, format for acceptance, and support execution of various types of funding documents such as Treasury Form 7600A/B, Military Interagency Purchase Agreements (MIPR), Interagency Agreements (IAA), and Orders for Work and Services to support training missions, travel, and related activities

+ Transfer funds between the lines of accounting and projects to prepare for obligation or de-obligation and close out accounts after invoices are paid and IPACs are processed

+ Monitor expenses against obligations to ensure proper reimbursable agreements are charged to approved invoices prior to submitting to client

+ Prepare quarterly reports for clients, along with ad hoc reports on the status of funds and invoice analysis for use by management in making decisions

+ Analyze accounting transactions and accounts to ensure accuracy and integrity in reporting of the Coast Guard’s budgetary and accounting information in monthly, quarterly and year-end financial reporting

+ Analyze status of obligations and other budget authority for missions and in-country costs

+ Reconcile account transactions in the USCG primary accounting system and additional interfacing systems as appropriate, to include, but not limited to any new systems and legacy systems such as the Finance and Procurement Desktop (FPD), Travel Preparation and Examination System (TPAX) and the purchase card systems as required

+ Monitor the Program Element Status report to correct transaction and general ledger errors

+ Analyze current processes and propose actions to improve meeting deadlines, accounting accuracy, and overall efficiency

+ Research complex accounting issues involving multiple agencies, application of appropriation law principles, and accounting system functions and errors, and take necessary corrective actions

+ Manage funds from multi-years which do not have an expiration date

+ Advise and consult with clients on financial and accounting matters

+ Assist with audits; answer questions regarding procedures and retrieve documentation.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

+ Strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills

+ Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail

+ Ability to implement processes resulting in satisfactory audit practices

+ Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Required Experience:

+ Three to Five (3 to 5) years’ experience performing inter-agency or intra-company accounting duties related to reimbursable funds transfer and tracking.

+ Experience with Federal accounting systems strongly desired, in addition to prior work with Department of State, a military agency or Coast Guard.

+ Experience with Oracle or Cognos accounting systems a plus.

+ Ability to track numerous accounts through entire life-cycle for various programs

+ Experience related to working as part of a team in the delivery of a product or service.

Required Education, Licenses and Certifications:

+ Bachelors’ Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business or extensive US Coast Guard financial systems background (i.e, former Coast Guard Storekeeper and/or F&S warrant officer)

+ Masters’ Degree preferred.

Security Clearance Requirements:

+ U.S. Citizen

+ Ability to pass a federal background investigation

+ Active Secret Clearance

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

+ Have the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

+ Have the ability to sit for long periods of time.

Benefits/Perks:

+ Medical, vision, and dental insurance

+ Life and disability insurance

+ 401(k)

+ Paid Holidays

+ Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs

+ Paid time off

+ HSA, FSA, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and AD&D, Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness Insurances.

+ Monthly team building events

+ Professional growth opportunities

+ Performance awards

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations shall be made, as required by law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. The Gemini 3 Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Department: Open Positions

This is a non-management position

This is a full time position