Accounting Specialist

Strategic Ventures Consulting Group

. Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and financial recordkeeping consistent with FAR, CAS, and DCAA audit expectations .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing, while ensuring compliance with FAR, CAS, and DCAA standards. Proficient in financial documentation, audit preparation, and cost accounting principles within government contracting environments.

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10+ Years Accounting ExperienceFAR, CAS, DCAA CompliancePaylocity Payroll ProcessingQuickBooks, Deltek, Unanet ProficiencyBachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

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Hard Skills

Accounts PayableAccounts ReceivableGeneral Ledger MaintenanceFinancial RecordkeepingPayroll Tax ReportingAccount ReconciliationsJournal EntriesCost Accounting PrinciplesLabor Cost AllocationsIndirect Rate Calculations

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

PaylocityQuickBooksDeltekUnanet

Industry Keywords

Federal ContractingDCAA Audit StandardsCost Reimbursable ContractsT&M ContractsFinancial Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and financial recordkeeping consistent with FAR, CAS, and DCAA audit expectations
Monitor cash flow, outstanding receivables, vendor payments, and other financial obligations
Process semi-monthly payroll using Paylocity, including reviewing time entries, verifying labor classifications, and ensuring accuracy
Support monthly financial closeouts, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and preparation of internal reports
Maintain accurate and organized financial documentation in compliance with federal contracting requirements
Prepare and assist with internal and external audit requests, particularly related to DCAA compliance
Support invoicing, reporting, and labor tracking for government contracts
Identify accounting discrepancies, research variances, and recommend corrective actions
Assist with payroll tax reporting, W-2 reconciliation, benefits-related financial reporting, and other required documentation
Collaborate with Operations and Human Resources on labor cost allocations, timesheet compliance, contract-specific reporting, payroll questions, discrepancies, and recordkeeping
Provide ad hoc financial support and insights as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably in government or federal contracting
Strong understanding of FAR, CAS, DCAA audit standards, and cost accounting principles
Experience using Paylocity or similar payroll software
Proficiency in accounting tools such as QuickBooks, Deltek, Unanet, or similar platforms
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Familiarity with cost reimbursable and T&M contracts
Experience supporting indirect rate calculations or ICE submissions
Prior involvement with DCAA or third-party financial audits
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive work environment that promotes growth and success
Remote work
Benefits-related financial reporting support is part of the role; no specific employee benefit is stated