Senior Accountant

IntrepidGS

. Manage the month-end close process .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing month-end and year-end close processes, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with GAAP, FAR, and DCAA requirements. Proficient in payroll accounting, tax compliance, and driving process improvements through automation and documentation of accounting workflows.

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GAAP ComplianceDCAA Audits SupportPayroll AccountingAdvanced Microsoft Excel SkillsDeltek Costpoint Experience

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Hard Skills

Month-End Close ManagementFinancial Statement PreparationJournal EntriesBalance Sheet ReconciliationVariance AnalysisTax Filing DocumentationGross-To-Net ReconciliationAccounting Workflow DocumentationInternal ControlsProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Deltek CostpointERP SystemsAutomation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACPA Candidate

Industry Keywords

Defense Contractor IndustryFAR ComplianceCAS ComplianceGovernment Contracting Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the month-end close process
Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis
Prepare financial reports for management and external stakeholders
Lead opportunities to automate workflows and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and operational efficiencies
Ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, CAS, and government contracting requirements
Support DCAA audits and other government compliance reviews
Document accounting workflows, desk procedures, and internal controls
Prepare tax filing documentation, schedules, and work papers for federal, state, local, and international tax filings
Coordinate with external tax advisors and international tax teams as needed
Assist with year-end tax reporting
Perform gross-to-net payroll reconciliations
Reconcile payroll-related accounts, including wages, payroll taxes, benefits, and employee deductions
Prepare and review payroll journal entries and account reconciliations
Partner with Human Resources and Payroll to resolve payroll discrepancies and ensure accurate, timely payroll processing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience
At least 3 years of experience within the defense contractor industry
Strong knowledge of GAAP, FAR, CAS, and DCAA compliance requirements
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience with Deltek Costpoint systems preferred
Experience with payroll accounting, tax compliance, and gross-to-net reconciliations preferred
Experience preparing supporting documentation for state, local, and international tax filings preferred
Experience documenting accounting workflows, desktop procedures, and internal controls (e.g., SOPs, control narratives)
Demonstrated interest in automating workflows and driving process improvements using Excel, Costpoint, or other ERP/automation tools
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively
CPA or CPA candidate is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity, including disability/veteran status
Employment consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status