Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced
Senior Government Contract Accountant to provide critical year-end accounting support for a growing federal contractor. This is a hands-on consulting opportunity for an accounting professional who can quickly integrate into the team, work independently, and provide immediate value during a busy year-end period.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in government contracting, incurred cost submissions, indirect rates, DCAA compliance, and financial reporting within FAR-regulated environments.
Key Responsibilities- Review, analyze, and reconcile general ledger accounts
- Prepare year-end schedules and audit-ready workpapers
- Support month-end and year-end close activities
- Assist with preparation of annual Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS)
- Develop and maintain ICE model schedules
- Prepare indirect rate calculations and reconciliations
- Support financial reporting and audit requests
- Ensure compliance with FAR Part 31 and government contracting accounting standards
- Partner with finance leadership on special projects and ad hoc analyses
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations, accrual analyses, and account research
- Support DCAA audit requests and compliance initiatives
Required Qualifications- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Significant experience within a government contracting environment
- Hands-on experience preparing or supporting:
- Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS)
- ICE Model schedules
- Indirect rates
- DCAA audits and compliance requirements
- FAR Part 31 cost principles
- Strong general ledger and account reconciliation experience
- Experience supporting year-end close and financial reporting activities
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including:
- Pivot Tables
- VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
- Complex formulas
- Financial data analysis and reporting
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
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