Accounting Associate, Aerospace, Defense, and Government

Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them.

Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Join Aprio's
Aerospace, Defense, and Government team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for an Accounting
Associate to join their dynamic team.

Apriois aforward‑thinking advisory and accounting firm that helps organizations grow, scale, and succeed. Within our Aerospace, Defense & Government (ADG) practice, we partner with government contractors to deliver accurate, compliant, and reliable accounting support that helps clients focus on their mission.

As an Outsourced Accounting Associate,you’llsupport government contracting clients while learning from experienced accountants, former business owners, and industry specialists. This isa great opportunity to builda strong foundation in government contract accounting while gaining exposure to multiple clients and industries.

What You'll Do

As a member of Aprio’s ADG Outsourced Accounting team, you’ll support day‑to‑day accounting operations for government contracting clients, working closely with senior team members and managers.

Responsibilities include:

• Assistwithaccounts payable processing, from invoice entry through check runs
• Support accounts receivable, including customer invoicing and payment tracking
• Assistwithjob costing for government contracts
• Record daily cash activity and deposits
• Prepare monthly bank and account reconciliations
• Assistwithpayroll processing, payroll journal entries, and vacation balance updates
• Supportgeneral ledger maintenance and reconciliations
• Assistwithmonth‑endcloseactivities
• Help prepare financial reports, schedules, and forecasts, as needed
• Maintain organized vendor files, accounting records, and supporting documentation
• Prepare and update recurring spreadsheets and tracking reports
• Research accounting questions andassistwith responding to client inquiries
• Support timely,accurate deliverables and a positive client experience

What We're Looking For

• 2–4 years of accounting experience(public accounting, outsourced accounting, or industry experience preferred)
• Degree in Accounting required
• Experience working for or with government contractors required
• Exposure to Unanet, Costpoint, and/or Quick Books strongly preferred
• Foundational understanding ofGAAPand general ledger accounting
• Familiarity withgovernmentcontracting concepts(FAR, indirect rates, job costing) is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
• Clear, professional communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and grow in aclient‑facing environment

Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• 401k with Profit Sharing
• 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
• Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
• Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
• Top rated wellness program
• Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

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