About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Professional Services supporting federal defense and civilian agencies (government contracting).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

---

Role Summary

This entry-level Financial Support Specialist will provide financial, accounting, budgeting, and compliance support to a confidential client’s federal government program in Florin, CA. The role focuses on reviewing financial documentation for accuracy and compliance, supporting budget preparation, performing reconciliations and financial analysis, and maintaining financial records. This is an onsite role requiring eligibility to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.

---

Key Responsibilities

• Review accounting practices and financial documentation for compliance with applicable federal laws, regulations, government accounting practices, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance.
• Review and analyze financial statements and supporting documentation for accuracy and adherence to policy.
• Identify discrepancies, improper expenditures, and other financial issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support preparation of budget requests and other financial documentation for office operations.
• Organize, review, and maintain financial records and supporting documentation.
• Perform financial research, analysis, reconciliation, and reporting as needed.
• Prepare financial reports, spreadsheets, and documentation using Microsoft Excel, Word, and other office applications.
• Provide general financial and administrative support to the confidential client’s government program.

---

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• General knowledge of financial statements, accounting principles, and financial analysis.
• Experience with financial reporting, reconciliation, budgeting, accounting, or audit support preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work onsite in Florin, CA.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

---

Compensation & Location

• Estimated salary: $98,886 per year (estimated).
• Work location: Onsite — Florin, CA (must be able to work onsite).
• Employment type: Full-time (standard business hours unless otherwise agreed).

---

About Our Client (confidential client)

The confidential client is a professional services provider supporting federal defense and civilian agencies. They deliver finance, acquisition, and program support to government customers and seek candidates who value high performance, integrity, and teamwork.

---

Keywords & Good Fit

This role is a good fit for entry-level candidates with coursework or internship experience in accounting/finance, proficiency in Excel, and an interest in federal financial compliance and budgeting.

---

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.