Accountant, Financial Compliance, Financial Reporting

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a leader in offering top-tier services in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Program Management, and more is searching for a skilled Accountant to drive their government cost accounting and financial operations, and support interpreting legislative and programmatic rules and regulations with all federal, state, local and contractual documents.

If you excel in managing complex budgets and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, we want to hear from you!

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Diverse Responsibilities:
  Oversee a broad range of accounting and financial tasks that keep our operations running smoothly.
• High-Impact Work:
  Play a crucial role in ensuring financial accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards, directly contributing to our success.
• Strategic Influence:
  Partner with executive leadership to shape our financial strategies and support programmatic initiatives.
• Growth Opportunities:
  Join a dynamic team where your expertise will be valued, and your career can grow.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Financial Oversight:
  Manage all accounting functions, including payables, general ledger, payroll, and adherence to GAAP.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Produce timely financial reports, conduct cost analysis, and oversee the development and monitoring of budgets.
• Compliance & Controls:
  Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), maintaining strong audit readiness.
• Strategic Planning:
  Develop financial plans, track contract expenditures in real-time, and prepare accurate forecasts.
• Leadership:
  Collaborate with the CEO and COO to draft and manage budgets, evaluate cost-effectiveness, and support the financial health of the company.
• Contracts & Compliance:
  Responsible for DCAA burden rates and incurred cost submissions and audits. Review of potential RFPs for pricing and reporting requirements. Participate in decision of bid selection and submission of pricing models for new and existing contracts. Handle contract closeouts to DCMA.

What You Will Bring:

• Experience:
  
  10+ years in accounting, specifically in DOD or government procurement environments.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s in Business or a related field. Relevant experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
• Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software (preferably SAGE MAS), with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Expertise:
  Deep knowledge of FAR, CAS, and experience with wage incentives, commissions, and salary calculations for RFPs.
• Communication:
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with sharp attention to detail and deadline orientation.

Your Perks Will Include:

• Competitive Salary: $110,000 - $125,000 per year.
  * Open to negotiate based on experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Including 401(k), life/health/dental/vision insurance, and paid time off
• Professional Growth and Stability:
  Opportunity to lead and innovate within a well-established company.

Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to supporting and retaining a diverse and talented workforce.