Senior Accountant (Government Contracting)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage general accounting functions, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), bank reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting deliverables; maintain accurate records in compliance with FAR, CAS, AMS, and DCAA requirements.
• Manage indirect rate calculations and Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS); support DCAA and other government audits.
• Ensure accurate documentation and cost accounting of Time & Material (T&M), Cost-Plus, and Fixed-Price contracts.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure proper setup of employee deductions and conduct monthly benefit reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger and manage timely month-end closings, including journal entries and revenue recognition.
• Oversee bank and credit card accounts, including monthly reconciliation reviews.
• Coordinate the annual audit process with external auditors, tax preparers, and consultants.
• Oversee payroll processing within Deltek Costpoint and iSolved systems.
• Ensure accurate employee setup, timesheet postings, expense reports, and payroll journal entries.
• Monitor payroll tax compliance and integration between HR, payroll, and accounting systems.
• Oversee Accounts Payable processes to ensure all vendor invoices are accurate and paid on time.
• Monitor vendor balances to prevent duplicate or overpayments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in government contracting.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DCAA, CAS, and GAAP.
• Proficiency with accounting systems used in government contracting (e.g., Deltek Costpoint).
• Experience managing or supporting DCAA audits.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial reporting and data analysis.

Preferred

• Master's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience preparing Incurred Cost Submissions (ICE schedules) and project accounting in a government contracting environment.

About NIRA Inc.

NIRA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. As a rapidly growing small business, we pride ourselves on:

• Strong customer relationships
• Cutting-edge technology solutions
• Career growth opportunities for our team members

Learn more at www.nira-inc.com. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to confirmation of employment on this project.