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Fannie Mae

Finance - Accounting - Associate

Reston, VA · Washington, DC

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
6 Oct 2026

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the posting

Playing an essential role in the U.S. economy, Fannie Mae is foundational to housing finance. Here, your expertise can help fuel purpose-driven innovation that expands access to homeownership and affordable rental housing across the country. Join Fannie Mae to grow your career and help people find a place to call home.

Job Description

As a valued colleague on our operational accounting team, you will assist in analyzing business transactions and financial information to determine and maintain records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, and other financial activities.

  • THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE
  • The Finance - Accounting - Associate role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:

Gather, document, and maintain financial information from relevant finance and accounting sources.

Prepare and review journal entries and supporting documentation in accordance with accounting policies and procedures.

Analyze business and financial information to determine appropriate accounting treatment and record results with support from team and manager.

Analyze financial results to ensure accuracy and support business decisions.

Support month-end and year-end close processes, including reporting and account certifications.

Assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.

Develop reports to document assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, and/or other financial results.

E xecute accounting and financial operations processes and related controls.

Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.

Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, data quality, and process effectiveness.

THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Desired Experiences

Advanced proficiency in excel

CPA or CPA Eligible

Bachelor degree in Accounting

Public accounting, consulting and/or financial services experience

Previous operational accounting experience in a large company setting

Strong understanding of the monthly accounting close process

Ability to resolve issues and exceptions in a timely and professional manner

Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to interact and collaborate with employees at all levels, including management

Shows curiosity and adaptability in learning and responsibly applying new technologies, including artificial intelligence, to reimagine how we work

#LI-Hybrid #LI-ME

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Level Degree (Required)

The future is what you make it to be. Discover compelling opportunities at Fanniemae.com/careers.

For most roles, employees are expected to work onsite on a regular basis at their designated office location. In-office work cadence is determined by your manager. Proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless the job is noted as open to remote.

Fannie Mae is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital or parental status, or any other protected factor. Fannie Mae is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, unless to do so would cause undue hardship to the company. If you need assistance using our online system and/or you need a reasonable accommodation related to the hiring/application process, please complete this form .

The hiring range for this role is set forth below. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here .

Requisition compensation:

79000 to

97000

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