Construction Contract and Accounting Manager – DOD/Federal Government Contracting

Cedar Band Corporation

. Lead integrated contract administration and project accounting for federal, defense, state, local, and commercial construction work .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeCedar City • Utah • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $105,000 - $145,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract administration and project accounting for federal and commercial construction projects, with a strong focus on compliance with FAR, DFARS, and Davis-Bacon requirements. Proficient in job costing, financial reporting, and managing contract modifications and audits.

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Contract ManagementConstruction AccountingJob CostingFederal ComplianceFinancial Reporting

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Hard Skills

Contract AdministrationProject AccountingJob CostingWIP ReportingFinancial ReportingContract ModificationsSubcontract ComplianceDCAA ComplianceFederal Cost PrinciplesConstruction Contracts

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam LeadershipRisk ManagementProblem SolvingTraining and Guidance

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelSage IntacctERP SystemsProject Management SystemsContract Management Systems

Industry Keywords

FARDFARSDavis-BaconCertified PayrollConstruction ComplianceAudit SupportFinancial AnalysisConstruction ManagementPublic Sector ContractsSales Tax Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead integrated contract administration and project accounting for federal, defense, state, local, and commercial construction work
Manage construction contracts from post-award through final closeout
Review contract requirements, communicate risks and obligations, and maintain audit-ready contract and project records
Review contracts and awards for state sales or similar taxes
Coordinate state registrations and sales tax filings with the CFO and CAO
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, Davis-Bacon, and other applicable requirements
Coordinate contract performance and compliance across project and leadership teams
Monitor funding, schedules, deliverables, deadlines, and project risks
Administer modifications, change orders, claims support, and time extensions
Oversee subcontract and purchase-order compliance and closeout
Manage job costing, billing, collections, reconciliations, and project closeout
Prepare WIP reports, forecasts, budgets, cash-flow analyses, and project financial reporting
Complete accounting close activities and reconcile project and financial systems
Support audits, customer reviews, DCAA examinations, and compliance inquiries
Improve contract administration, accounting processes, and internal controls
Train, guide, and work with team members on contract, documentation, and compliance requirements
Support the President, Project Managers, and company leaders with contract management and financial information
Protect confidential, controlled, and contract-sensitive information
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Contract Management, or related field
Seven years of relevant accounting or contract-management experience, including five years in construction
Experience managing federal or public sector construction contracts through closeout
Experience with contract modifications, subcontract requirements, funding, invoicing, compliance, and audits
Experience with job costing, WIP reporting, forecasting, project billing, and accounting close activities
Knowledge of federal invoicing, Davis-Bacon compliance, certified payroll, bonding, and insurance requirements
Proficiency in construction accounting, contract management, and project management systems
Advanced knowledge of federal construction contracting and project accounting
Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, DCAA, federal cost principles, and applicable accounting standards
Ability to interpret contracts, modifications, task orders, and subcontracts
Proficiency in job costing, project billing, financial reporting, reconciliations, and close activities
Knowledge of construction contracts, change orders, retainage, and WIP reporting
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Sage Intacct, ERP, contract, and project management systems
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must comply with company policies, contractual obligations, ethics requirements, cybersecurity practices, and applicable laws and regulations
Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of job-related screening, customer access requirements, and other lawful contract conditions
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Must be able to comply with active construction site safety, security, and personal protective equipment requirements when visiting sites

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
Voluntary and supplemental benefits and programs
Role-appropriate training, including structured on-the-job training
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Remote and hybrid work arrangement determined according to business and company operations and needs