Senior Accountant, USG Contracts

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Based in the United StatesContractSenior
Salary88,000 - 112,000 USD per year
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Job Details

Experience
9+ years
Required Skills
Microsoft ExcelAccountingNetSuite

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
  • 9+ years of progressive accounting experience.
  • Substantial exposure to U.S. Government contract accounting.
  • Strong knowledge of federal contracting requirements, cost principles, invoicing standards, and compliance frameworks.
  • Experience supporting research, development, or grant-funded programs strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency with ERP systems such as NetSuite (including NetSuite Planning & Budgeting) or similar platforms.
  • Familiarity with payroll and timekeeping systems such as Paylocity and ClickTime.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly U.S. Government (USG) invoices, including reconciliations, labor distribution analysis, and general ledger review.
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes by maintaining accurate financial records, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
  • Collaborate with Finance, Program Controls, and R&D teams to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and staffing cost projections.
  • Maintain financial models and assist with monthly R&D financial reporting.
  • Develop and validate labor distribution reports using payroll and timekeeping data.
  • Compile and review supporting documentation for USG billing packages.
  • Support internal and external audits, including Uniform Guidance and incurred cost submissions.
  • Monitor and review timesheet coding accuracy.
  • Maintain and enhance accounting structures in NetSuite.
  • Identify opportunities to improve, streamline, and automate financial reporting processes.
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