Outsourced Accounting Associate - Government Contracting

Overview

A Top 20 CPA and advisory firm with over 40 U.S. office locations and international presence is seeking an Outsourced Accounting Associate to join their Aerospace, Defense, and Government (ADG) practice. This role supports government contracting clients by providing accurate, compliant, and reliable accounting services. It offers an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation in government contract accounting while gaining exposure to multiple clients and industries.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable processing, including invoice entry and check runs
• Support accounts receivable functions such as customer invoicing and payment tracking
• Assist with job costing for government contracts
• Record daily cash activity and deposits
• Prepare monthly bank and account reconciliations
• Assist with payroll processing, payroll journal entries, and vacation balance updates
• Support general ledger maintenance and reconciliations
• Assist with month-end close activities
• Help prepare financial reports, schedules, and forecasts as needed
• Maintain organized vendor files, accounting records, and supporting documentation
• Prepare and update recurring spreadsheets and tracking reports
• Research accounting questions and assist with responding to client inquiries
• Support timely, accurate deliverables and a positive client experience

Requirements

• 2–4 years of accounting experience (public accounting, outsourced accounting, or industry experience preferred)
• Experience working for or with government contractors preferred
• Exposure to Unanet, Costpoint, and/or QuickBooks strongly preferred
• Foundational understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
• Familiarity with government contracting concepts such as FAR, indirect rates, and job costing is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
• Clear, professional communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and grow in a client-facing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with government contract accounting software (Unanet, Costpoint)
• Prior exposure to government contracting regulations and compliance

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $68,000 - $78,000 per year (actual salary may vary within or outside this range depending on circumstances)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on the first day of employment
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• 401(k) plan with profit sharing
• 9+ holidays and discretionary time off
• Parental leave for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Tuition assistance and CPA support programs with cash incentives upon completion
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group, and individual performance
• Incentive compensation related to new client sales origination
• Wellness program
• Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

Location

Multiple U.S. office locations with options for remote and hybrid work arrangements.

Additional Information

• The application window is anticipated to close on May 30th and may be extended as needed.
• The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity in the workplace.
• Artificial intelligence tools may be used to support parts of the hiring process, but final hiring decisions are made by humans.