Senior Accountant (Government)

About the role

Avathon Government, a wholly owned subsidiary of Avathon based in Austin, TX, delivers AI-enabled solutions to enhance military readiness, decision advantage, and defense operations. The Senior Accountant will maintain the company’s financial integrity, ensure GAAP/CAS/FAR compliance, and support DCAA requirements while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and interpret monthly financial statements and supplemental reports for senior management.
• Apply advanced accounting principles to process and reconcile receivables, billing, payroll, accounts payable, contract revenue, fixed assets, and general ledger; support ASC 606 revenue accounting.
• Operate and optimize the Deltek Costpoint accounting system, including planning and business intelligence modules.
• Support DCAA compliance and coordinate annual independent audits; maintain balance sheet integrity and cash management/forecasting.
• Assist in developing indirect rate structures, budgets, forecasts, incurred cost submissions, and general ledger entries.
• Serve as a resource for complex accounting issues; establish regular reviews of AP/AR/billing/payroll/internal controls.
• Conduct research and analysis of receivables and revenue recognition; identify process improvements and drive cross-functional change.
• Prepare federal and state tax returns, extensions, and payments; participate in special projects as assigned.
• Identify revenue-generating and cost-saving opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with general ledger, job costing, and GAAP compliance.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• CPA preferred.
• Experience with banking transactions.
• Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint or similar government-approved accounting systems.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• Strong problem-solving, analysis, and consultative approach.
• Ability to pivot and prioritize based on business needs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to translate financial analysis for non-financial audiences.
• High level of discretion and strong organization/program management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience within the government and defense industry.
• MBA or related advanced degree.
• Ability to maintain effective internal and external business relationships with clients and partners.

Clearance

Selected applicants will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Location: Preferred Austin, TX