Junior Accountant

Job Description

Artemis Consulting, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions regarding recruiting, screening, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, pay, benefits, and other conditions of employment are made based on valid job qualifications and business reasons. These decisions are made without discrimination due to any characteristic or condition protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Company Overview

Established in 2005, Artemis Consulting, LLC is a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) consulting firm specializing in professional support services for government clients. Headquartered in San Diego, CA, our workforce spans various states, primarily serving the Department of Defense (DoD), Navy, and Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR).

We are dedicated to providing expert consulting services in Financial Management, Program Management, Acquisition Management, and administrative support. Our consultants collaborate directly with government clients to achieve the shared goal of efficiently delivering technology and communications systems to the Navy Fleet. We excel at analyzing and supporting complex business and acquisition processes, developing innovative products, implementing process efficiencies, and tailoring solutions to meet precise client requirements. We believe our consultants are our greatest assets, and we seek intelligent, hard-working, creative, and enthusiastic individuals to join our growing team.

For more information, please visit our website: www.consultartemis.com.

About the Opportunity: Junior Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our internal corporate finance operations team. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with the finance team, providing essential support across core accounting functions and financial administration.

This position involves performing account reconciliations, managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, assisting with payroll preparation, and ensuring the accurate maintenance of ledger accounts. You will also contribute to job cost accounting, prepare project financial reports, and support monthly financial status reporting. Beyond core accounting, you will assist with general operational tasks such as maintaining action item trackers, organizing financial data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of our financial activities.

The ideal candidate possesses a foundational understanding of accounting principles, exceptional attention to detail, and strong organizational skills. While prior experience in government contracting or DoD-related industries is a plus, it is not required. We prefer a minimum of two years of professional experience in corporate finance or accounting, coupled with an eagerness to learn and grow within a dynamic, operations-focused environment. We are looking for proactive, reliable candidates who can quickly begin contributing to our team.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform account reconciliations and conduct account balance analysis to ensure financial accuracy.
• Support month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries, accruals, and compiling financial documentation.
• Assist with project financial tracking, cost analysis, and the consolidation of labor and budget inputs from project managers.
• Track contract financials, prepare summary briefs, and provide basic contract analysis support.
• Extract and analyze financial and operational data from internal systems, compiling information into spreadsheets, reports, and presentations.
• Maintain action item tracking with consistent follow-up to ensure timely completion.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook daily for analysis, reporting, and communication.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and excellent organizational skills across all financial responsibilities.

Job Details

• Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly position with Full Benefits
• Salary Range: $29.00 – $33.00 per hour (Dependent on level of experience and based in San Diego, CA)
• Approximate Hours per Week: 40
• Travel Percentage: Less than 10% Travel
• Location: San Diego, CA

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an Accredited College or University.
• Proficiency using MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• (Desired) Minimum of two (2) years of bookkeeping or corporate finance experience.
• Demonstrated clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Capability to perform effectively under pressure.
• Aptitude for quickly learning new processes, software, and systems.
• Existing and demonstrated experience with MS Office and Unanet ERP is preferred. Experience with Unanet ERP software is a significant plus.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
• A strong sense of teamwork and flexibility.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to problem-solve effectively with minimal guidance.
• Adept at multi-tasking and managing competing priorities.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Energetic, intelligent, and dedicated individual eager to contribute to our team.

Security Clearance Requirement

Applicants must have the ability to obtain a SECRET Government Security Clearance. A TOP SECRET clearance may be required based on program classification requirements.

Employment is contingent upon the Government granting the applicant an active security clearance.

Non-U.S. citizens are not eligible for a personnel security clearance.

The clearance adjudication process involves an examination of a sufficient period of a person’s life to make an affirmative determination that the person is an acceptable security risk. Eligibility for access to classified information is predicated upon the individual meeting personnel security guidelines. The adjudication process is a careful weighing of a number of variables known as the whole-person concept.

Important Note on Marijuana Use:

Marijuana remains illegal under federal law as a Schedule I drug in the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). This means any use of marijuana is illegal under federal law, regardless of state and local government laws legalizing or decriminalizing its use. This applies to recreational marijuana use, medical marijuana use, as well as the use of cannabidiol (CBD) products.

Adherence to federal laws prohibiting marijuana use is evaluated in the security clearance process. The use of marijuana can raise security concerns about an individual’s reliability and trustworthiness to access classified information or hold a sensitive position. Prospective national security workforce employees should refrain from any future marijuana use upon initiation of the national security vetting process.