Staff Accountant

Brief Description

SABG is hiring a Staff Accountant to support the CFO and accounting department. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations in a government contracting environment, with primary responsibilities in accounts payable processing, employee expense report, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role ensures compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), company policies, and government contract requirements.

SABG is hiring a Staff Accountant to support the CFO and accounting department. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations in a government contracting environment, with primary responsibilities in accounts payable processing, employee expense report, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role ensures compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), company policies, and government contract requirements.

Staff Accountant

Fairfax, VA

• Process accounts payable transactions, including vendor invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests.
• Set up Purchase Orders and process PO vouchers.
• Review expense reports for accuracy, policy compliance, and proper cost coding.
• Maintain organized AP documentation and support vendor inquiries.
• Perform general ledger and subledger reconciliations (AP, credit cards, travel accounts, etc.).
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close tasks.
• General Ledger analysis and reconciliations: prepare month-end adjusting journal entries – depreciation, prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, etc. to help ensure accurate posting into the CostPoint ERP system.
• Support audits and provide requested documentation (internal, external, DCAA as applicable).
• Ensure all accounting processes align with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and company internal controls.
• Support employees with timesheet and expense reports issues.
• Collaborate with program managers, procurement, and finance to resolve discrepancies.
• Contribute to process improvements in AP, expense management, and reconciliation workflows.
• Work on projects assigned by the CFO or Accounting Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in government contracting or regulated accounting environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and familiarity with FAR/DFARS is a plus.
• Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Unanet) is highly beneficial.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

• Skills in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment
• Must have proficiency in a variety of computer software applications especially Excel spreadsheets, (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving
  - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Written Communication
  - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information
• Diversity – Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, and promotes a harassment-free environment
• Ethics
  - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments;
  Inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values
• Planning/Organizing
  - Prioritize and plans work activities; uses…