Accountant
OBXtek · Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD · 8 mo ago
AccountingFull-time
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile accounts in accordance with General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and federal regulations.
- Track, process, and review accounts receivable/payable, payroll, and employee expense reimbursements.
- Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes for contract-related project accounts.
- Prepare, review, and submit financial and cost reports, including incurred cost submissions, cost vouchers, and task order-specific deliverables as required (e.g., DI-FNCL-80912).
- Support all DCAA/Contracting Officer audits and internal reviews.
- Ensure strict compliance with FAR/DFARS cost principles and RS3/DoD billing policies.
- Provide cost analysis and recommendations to management to ensure projects remain within budget.
- Support timely, accurate electronic submission of invoices via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).
- Maintain documentation and audit trails to support all expenditures and cost transfers.
- Collaborate with Program Managers, Subcontractors, and the government, responding promptly to data calls.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least 8 years of relevant accounting experience, with 4 years supporting cost reimbursable government contracts (defense, Army, or DoD experience preferred).
Qualifications
- CPA or CGFM certification required.
Skills
- Proficient in government contract accounting systems (e.g., Deltek, Costpoint, Unanet, QuickBooks GovCon).
- Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DCAA compliance.
- Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to work independently, and strong communication skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Office Suite.
Pay
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Full-time position.