Senior Staff Accountant

Huntsville, AL / Fully Onsite / 8:00 – 4:30 M-F

Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000

We are seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to support general ledger integrity, project accounting, and government contract compliance within a Deltek Costpoint environment. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting audits, monitoring indirect rates, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail‑oriented, and well‑versed in government contracting accounting practices including FAR, DFARS, and DCAA requirements.

• Prepare and own balance sheet reconciliations; resolve discrepancies promptly
• Post complex journal entries including accruals, allocations, and adjustments
• Maintain accuracy and alignment between the general ledger and subledgers
• Support and lead month‑end and year‑end close activities
• Assist in preparing financial statements and internal reporting
• Conduct variance analysis and resolve identified issues
• Support project accounting, cost allowability, and revenue recognition
• Assist with indirect rate analysis and Incurred Cost Submission (ICS) support
• Perform inventory and fixed asset reconciliations
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, CAS, GAAP, and DCAA requirements
• Support internal control initiatives and audit readiness
• Participate in process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency
• Review and help refine internal policies and business processes
• Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor requests
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations and leadership
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 3+ years of senior accounting experience in a government contracting environmen
• Hands-on Deltek Costpoint experience (required
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and month-end close processe
• Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA complianc
• Proficiency in Microsoft Exce
• Cost accounting experience in a manufacturing or project-based environment (preferred
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple prioritie
• High attention to detail and critical thinking abilit
• Strong communication skills, both written and verba
• Ability to work well in a team environment and maintain professionalism