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Virtual Remote Accounting Assistant Jobs in Reston, VA

micro1 AI

Accounting Associate - Remote

Alexandria, VA · Remote

$60K - $100K/yr

Remote Job Summary: Join our team as a Finance Associate and play a pivotal role in driving ... Assist with ad hoc financial projects and provide support during audits. • Remain available for ...

micro1 AI

Accounting Associate - Remote

Washington, DC · Remote

$60K - $100K/yr

Remote Job Summary: Join our team as a Finance Associate and play a pivotal role in driving ... Assist with ad hoc financial projects and provide support during audits. • Remain available for ...

Astrion

Project Setup Accountant

Washington, DC · Remote

$85K - $126K/yr

Remote, U.S. JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE: N/A CERTIFICATION: N/A TRAVEL: As Needed Astrion has ... Provide support for month-end and year-end close related to project accounting. * Assist with ...

kbs cfo

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Asst Controller/Accounting Manager fractional CFO firm (CAS)

Kensington, MD · Remote

$38 - $45/hr

KBS CFO, one of the early adopters of the CPA-led, Virtual CFO model, is in search of a Accounting ... a fully remote employer since inception. Currently our employees work in Maryland, Virginia ...

Cherry Bekaert

Accounting Manager 16806515

Vienna, VA · Remote

Fully remote (DMV preferred, not required) Team: 35-person nonprofit FAO practice Reason for ... Ensure accurate fund accounting and grant compliance * Assist with audit preparation and external ...

boost Llc

Accountant Consultant (Remote)

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$75K - $95K/yr

Accounting/Finance Support for Government Contracting Clients: * Process vendor invoices into ... Reliable month-end close support - You assist with the month-end and year-end close processes ...

BOOST LLC

Accountant Consultant (Remote)

Reston, VA · Remote

$75K - $95K/yr

Accounting/Finance Support for Government Contracting Clients: * Process vendor invoices into ... Reliable month-end close support - You assist with the month-end and year-end close processes ...

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As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual remote accounting assistant in Reston, VA is $25.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.25 and $28.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Virtual Remote Accounting Assistant vs Bookkeeper?

AspectVirtual Remote Accounting AssistantBookkeeper
CredentialsBasic accounting knowledge, certifications like QuickBooks or Xero helpfulOften requires bookkeeping certifications or experience
Work EnvironmentRemote, flexible hours, often part-timeRemote or in-office, depending on employer
Industry UsageCommon in small to medium businesses, startupsWidely used across various industries for financial record-keeping
Job FocusAssists with accounting tasks, data entry, invoice processingMaintains financial records, reconciles accounts, manages ledgers

The Virtual Remote Accounting Assistant and Bookkeeper roles share similarities in credentials and work environment, but the assistant typically supports broader accounting functions and administrative tasks, while the bookkeeper focuses on detailed financial record maintenance.

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Remote Accountant (Government Contracting)

Remote Accountant (Government Contracting)

Supporting Strategies

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

Part-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Are you an experienced accounting manager looking for a rewarding team leadership role but are tired of the 60+ hour work weeks that often come along with an in-office position? Would you welcome the opportunity to work from home for an award-winning organization part-time during traditional daytime business hours while inspiring a remote team of experienced client-facing accountants? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!
In this highly impactful, hands-on role, you will utilize your client service expertise and accounting knowledge to drive a delightful client experience. Your extensive government accounting experience will help continue to build Supporting Strategies' reputation as a wonderfully unique place to work.
About Supporting Strategies
Since 2004, we have been empowering business owners by taking bookkeeping and operational support functions off their plates allowing them to focus on their core business. Supporting Strategies' experienced professionals use our cutting-edge cloud-based platform, virtual infrastructure and proven process to deliver a full suite of outsourced services, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, financial reporting, controller level services and payroll administration.
Supporting Strategies has over 100 offices throughout the U.S. and is continuing to grow rapidly! This momentum has created exceptional opportunities for accountants who enjoy managing remote teams and working closely with a variety of clients. Consider joining us for a rewarding accounting career that offers compelling professional challenges with optimal work-life balance. As our network of franchises grow, new team managers are integral to our continued success.
What You've Done...
  • A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
  • 5+ years of full-cycle accounting experience (e.g accounts payable, accounts receivable, closing books monthly and preparing financial reporting and analysis).
  • Strong experience in federal government contracting, particularly with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) compliance.
  • Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and other federal regulations
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, QuickBooks Government Edition).
  • Experience with review and set up for new government contracts in accounting system.
  • Strong working experience with Indirect, direct, unallowable costs and wrap rates for government contracts.
  • Payroll experience working with multiple government contracts, WIP Reports, Incurred Cost Submissions experience strongly preferred.
  • Capacity and commitment to work during business hours (8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST, CST, MST, or PST).
  • Managed day-to-day relationships with clients while performing within established processes and budget parameters.
  • Exhibited a passion for and sense of personal satisfaction in delighting clients and helping businesses succeed.
  • Commitment to maintain the highest level of confidentiality while working with client data.

Why Work for Supporting Strategies?
  • MEANINGFUL WORK/LIFE BALANCE - Our unique, virtual, work-from-home opportunities allow you to harmoniously balance your family obligations, passions, and love of 'getting into the numbers.'
  • DISTINGUISHED REPUTATION - Supporting Strategies has received the distinction of being a Top 50 Franchisee Satisfaction Award winner by Franchise Business Review for the past 4 years running. Franchise Business Review has also named Supporting Strategies as one of the Best Franchises for Women consecutively over the past 3 years.
  • LEADING EDGE TECHNOLOGY - Opportunity to advance your technical skills using the latest and most innovative cloud-based platforms.

Client Delight - Building Great Client Relationships
  • Provide exceptional accounting and operational service to our clients.
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of professional accounting and bookkeeping practices.
  • Support client onboarding process for all assigned client engagements in accordance with defined process.
  • Execute, as applicable, processes related to accounts payable and accounts receivable management, bookkeeping entries, closing the books monthly as well as preparing financial reporting and analysis.
  • Collaborate with your manager and other Associates on your team to ensure all clients are delighted with our services through timely and effective communication.
  • Manage day-to-day relationships with clients while performing within established processes and budget parameters.
  • Identify and recommend to your manager areas where Supporting Strategies may be able to provide additional services or tools to drive additional client value and efficiency.

Team Delight - Creating a Satisfying & Collaborative Virtual Environment
  • Participate in recurring team and one-on-one video check-in meetings to ensure you are aligned for success.
  • Confidence in learning and embracing new technology to solve client issues.
  • Embrace coaching and feedback provided by your manager and implement changes as needed to help meet team and client goals.

Pay range
Pay Range
$33-$40 USD
As online scams are rampant, don't fall victim to fraud. Supporting Strategies will never seek payment from you or request personal information from you prior to extending a job offer. Our interview process is always a combination of a phone and video interviews; a job offer will never be extended via online chat.
Supporting Strategies is deeply committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. A diverse workforce is not just attained but isbuilt upon a culture of inclusion and belonging. Supporting Strategies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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