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Ricardo Defense Inc

Staff Accountant

Ricardo Defense Inc

. Prepare journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, reclasses, and adjusting entries, in Deltek Costpoint .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeTroy • Michigan • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Deltek Costpoint for general ledger, accounts payable, and project accounting, with a solid understanding of GAAP and FAR Part 31 cost principles. Capable of managing multiple deadlines while ensuring compliance with DCAA and other regulatory requirements.

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Deltek CostpointGAAP AccountingFAR Part 31 Cost PrinciplesAccounts Payable ManagementDCAA Compliance

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Hard Skills
Journal EntriesAccrualsAccount ReconciliationsVariance AnalysisInvoice ProcessingCost Accounting Standards (CAS)Data AnalysisFinancial ReportingThree-Way MatchRegulatory Reporting
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsTime Management
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft ExcelDeltek Costpoint
Industry Keywords
Government ContractingAerospaceDefenseFederal ContractingIndirect Rate Structures

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Prepare journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, reclasses, and adjusting entries, in Deltek Costpoint
  • Perform monthly reconciliations of bank, credit card, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll clearing, and fixed asset accounts
  • Research and resolve reconciling items and variances, documenting root cause and resolution
  • Support monthly and year-end close activities, including checklists, supporting schedules, and variance analysis
  • Work across Costpoint General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Projects, and Time & Expense modules
  • Support project/cost objective setup, account structures, and charge codes with Program Finance and Contracts
  • Support Costpoint testing, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives
  • Troubleshoot transactional issues and coordinate with the Costpoint administrator or IT
  • Assist with invoice processing and coding by contract, task/sub-task, and cost element
  • Apply FAR Part 31 cost principles and CAS 401, 402, 405, and 406 to invoices, journal entries, and expenses
  • Coordinate purchase order matching, vendor setup, and coding or pricing discrepancy resolution with Purchasing/Procurement
  • Provide backup Accounts Payable coverage
  • Review employee expense reports for accuracy, business purpose, and supporting documentation
  • Identify and flag expressly unallowable costs under company policy and FAR requirements
  • Maintain audit-ready documentation for DCAA and other government or client audits
  • Support DCAA, DCMA, and external audits, including incurred cost submissions and accounting system reviews
  • Assist with SOPs and internal controls documentation
  • Support 1099, W-2, and other regulatory or compliance reporting
  • Collaborate across Accounting, Payroll, Purchasing/Procurement, and Program Finance

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 1–3 years of general accounting experience; government contracting experience strongly preferred
  • Hands-on experience with Deltek Costpoint (or a comparable ERP), ideally across GL, AP, and Projects/Time & Expense modules
  • Solid understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
  • Working knowledge of FAR Part 31 cost principles and applicable Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) as they apply to journal entries, AP coding, and expense report review
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills; comfortable working with large data sets and reconciliations
  • High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize competing close-cycle demands
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable collaborating across Accounting, Payroll, Purchasing/Procurement, and Program Finance
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or otherwise authorized to work in the U.S. as required by contract
  • Experience supporting DCAA accounting system reviews or incurred cost submissions (preferred)
  • Exposure to indirect rate structures (overhead, fringe, G&A) and rate reconciliation (preferred)
  • Prior experience performing three-way match/vouchering or coordinating directly with a Purchasing/Procurement team (preferred)
  • Prior experience in the aerospace, defense, or broader federal government contracting industry (preferred)
  • Primarily sedentary work involving extended computer use; occasional lifting up to 15 lbs.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
  • Company Paid Life and AD&D
  • Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending & HSA Accounts
  • Legal & ID Shield Services
  • 401k with Company Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Minimal travel (less than 10%) may be required for training, audits, or site visits