Director Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting

GRVTY
McLean, VA

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with public accounting experience and leadership in technical accounting who can work in a U.S. based national security environment. The role emphasizes internal controls, U.S. GAAP compliance, and cross-functional collaboration.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with public accounting experience and leadership in technical accounting
    — “8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and corporate reporting”
  • Individuals who can lead cross-functional teams in a national security-focused setting
    — “Partner with FP&A, Treasury, Legal, and Operations on accounting implications of business activities”

Things to consider

  • U.S. citizenship is a mandatory requirement, which may limit eligibility for non-citizens.
    — “Clearable U.S. Citizenship required”
  • The pay range is fixed for Virginia, which may not align with expectations from other regions.
    — “Virginia Pay Range$160,000—$170,000 USD”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with complex transactions and U.S. GAAP policy development in your resume.
    — “Conduct technical accounting research and guide complex transactions”
  • Emphasize leadership in internal control environments and audit support in your application.
    — “Develop and oversee the internal control environment over financial reporting”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Accurate financial statements
  • Strong internal controls
  • Compliance with regulations
Typical background
AccountingFinance

Skills & requirements

Required

Financial ReportingTechnical AccountingInternal ControlsGAAP

Preferred

Project ManagementComplex Transactions

Stack & domain

U.S. GAAPTechnical AccountingLeadershipCommunicationCPAFinancial Services

About the role

Original posting from GRVTY via Greenhouse

What Impact You'll Have:

We are seeking a skilled Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting to lead our financial reporting processes, oversee technical accounting matters, and strengthen our internal control environment. This role provides critical leadership across accounting policy, complex transactions, and cross‑functional collaboration.

What You'll Own:

Lead preparation and review of quarterly and annual financial statements

Develop and oversee the internal control environment over financial reporting

Conduct technical accounting research and guide complex transactions

Maintain and update accounting policies aligned with U.S. GAAP

Partner with FP&A, Treasury, Legal, and Operations on accounting implications of business activities

Support audit processes and ensure strong internal controls

What You Must Have:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.

Clearable U.S. Citizenship required

CPA required

8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and corporate reporting

Expertise in U.S. GAAP and technical accounting

Proven leadership and communication skills

What Would be Nice to Have

Experience in a corporate reporting environment for a large private or public enterprise

Experience leading complex transactions and implementing new accounting standards

Strong project management skills

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Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.

We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

Virginia Pay Range$160,000—$170,000 USDWhy Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

  • Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision  
  • Health Savings Account with company contribution  
  • Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays  
  • Paid Parental Leave   
  • 401k with generous company match  
  • Training and Development Opportunities  
  • Award Programs  
  • Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. 

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Please review our current job openings and apply for the positions you believe may be a fit. If you are not an immediate fit, we will also keep your resume in our database for future opportunities.

Source: GRVTY careers (Greenhouse)

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