About the role

  • Senior Project Accountant managing project accounting for government contracts in GovCon environment. Overseeing financial reporting and compliance for multiple federal contracts in a hybrid role.

Responsibilities

  • Manage full lifecycle project accounting for a portfolio of government contracts (CPFF, T&M, FFP, IDIQ, etc.)
  • Set up new projects/contracts in Unanet, ensuring alignment with contract terms and funding
  • Monitor contract funding, ceilings, and burn rates; proactively notify stakeholders of variances
  • Prepare and submit accurate customer invoices (including WAWF/IPPS-A/agency-specific portals as applicable)
  • Ensure revenue recognition complies with GAAP and contract terms
  • Perform monthly revenue accruals, journal entries, and project reconciliations
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes
  • Reconcile billed vs. funded amounts and maintain contract documentation
  • Assist with DCAA audits and provide documentation support as required
  • Partner with Program Managers to review project financial performance and forecasts
  • Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS (if applicable), and company policies

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of project accounting experience in the GovCon industry
  • Hands-on experience with Unanet or Deltek
  • Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, and government billing requirements
  • Experience with WAWF or other federal invoicing platforms
  • Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial analysis)
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a remote environment

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO)
  • Fully remote work environment
  • Collaborative and mission-driven culture

Job title

Senior Project Accountant

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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