Senior Staff Accountant

Company Overview

Metrea delivers effects-as-a-service to national security partners across five domains and more than a dozen mission areas. These include airborne ISR, electronic warfare, secure communications, aerial refuelling, special air missions, aerial firefighting, and advanced simulation. We own the whole stack: designing, building, and operating turnkey capabilities that give our partners decisive, asymmetric advantage against rapidly evolving threats.

Our operating model is built around three interlocking pillars. The Support Groups provide a global shared-service – spanning people, finance, platform, operations, legal, and engagement. This frees up our Core Groups, who develop and own mission capabilities end-to-end, to focus entirely on delivery. The Market Groups apply a regional lens, ensuring that our agile and adaptable capabilities remain aligned to the wicked problems that matter most to our partners across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific.

At the heart of our model is a simple but powerful idea: be a true partner with skin in the game. Our partners need effects, not just equipment. By owning the full stack – from the lab to the field – we are able to drive a continuous cycle of innovation that keeps our partners ahead. It's a fast-moving, intellectually demanding environment where talented people are given real responsibility, work on problems that matter, and contribute to an enterprise that is growing quickly and deliberately.

Headquartered in Washington, DC, with facilities across the United States, the United Kingdom, as well as Continental Europe and Asia-Pacific.

Position Summary

In this role, you will manage the core day to day transactional accounting activities that keep our financial operations running smoothly. You’ll ensure our accounting records are timely, accurate, detailed, and fully compliant with US GAAP—providing the foundation the organization relies on for sound financial decision making.

You will be successful if you bring strong accounting skills, a problem solving mindset, and a genuine eagerness to learn and grow. This position requires professionalism, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive information with strict confidentiality. Whether your strengths come from formal education or hands on accomplishments, this role gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through reliable, high quality financial work.

What You'll Do

• Execute the company’s accounting and finance procedures with accuracy and consistency
• Generate and input financial transactions into the company’s ERP system
• Perform diligent self‑review of all entries prior to submission
• Develop a strong understanding of complex processes, including revenue recognition, fixed assets, project accounting, and accruals
• Demonstrate eagerness and enthusiasm to learn, grow, and adapt within a rapidly evolving enterprise
• Complete the company’s monthly close process in a timely and organized manner
• Analyze monthly financial results to ensure accuracy before final submission
• Investigate monthly variances against forecast and clearly communicate findings
• Prepare detailed general ledger account reconciliations
• Ensure all sub‑ledgers reconcile to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Verify proper recording of intercompany transactions
• Communicate monthly financial results with clarity and reliability
• Apply sound judgment, initiative, and attention to detail when addressing complex accounting issues

What You Bring

• Must Haves
  • Thorough knowledge of general accounting principles and the practical application of accounting theory
  • Strong analytical and accounting skills with the ability to interpret and use data effectively
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong command of the English language, both oral and written
  • Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management
  • Demonstrated commitment to company values and professional integrity
• Nice to Haves
  • Experience improving processes or enhancing financial workflows
  • Prior exposure to cross-functional collaboration or supporting multiple business units

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plan options
• HSA/FSA accounts
• Dental and vision coverage
• 6% employer 401(k) match
• Fully paid parental leave for all new parents
• Generous PTO
• Life and disability insurance
• Long-term and Short-term disability coverage
• AD&D Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subsided gym membership / plans through Wellhub   

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be a U.S. citizen

AAP/EEO Statement

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time non-exempt position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt Employees must have the ability to be on-call and available, as business needs require.  

Work Environment

This job operates in an office setting. 

Travel

Travel is not a regular part of this role. Approximately, 5% required for occasional training or Finance-wide events.