Experienced GovCon Sr Accountant - with Deltek Costpoint Experience

Arcetyp LLC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Arcetyp LLC is seeking an experienced GovCon Senior Accountant with Deltek Costpoint experience to support a client. This role is crucial for maintaining the financial integrity and compliance of the organization’s government contracting operations. The Senior Accountant will handle day-to-day and monthly accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable and receivable, payroll accounting, job cost accounting, and month-end close activities. A key aspect of this role involves supporting the development, monitoring, and analysis of indirect cost rates, performing variance analysis, and assisting with financial preparations for government contracts. The position also plays a vital role in DCAA/DCMA audit preparation, internal control strengthening, and accounting system administration, specifically with Deltek Costpoint. Collaboration with contracts, HR, and program management is essential for ensuring proper labor charging, revenue recognition, and contract compliance. The Senior Accountant will also mentor junior staff and provide financial data and analysis to leadership to support scalable, compliant growth in the federal marketplace.

Requirements

5 to 10 years or more experience in US Government contracting in roles including as a senior accountant.
Specific direct experience with Deltek Costpoint is required.
U.S Citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Experience in roles supporting controller functions.
A bachelor’s degree in a related field of study is desired.

Responsibilities

Support the financial integrity and compliance of the organization’s government contracting operations.
Assume select Controller-level responsibilities in support of audit readiness, indirect rate management, and contract-level financial oversight.
Manage day-to-day and monthly accounting functions including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable and receivable, payroll accounting, job cost accounting, and month-end close activities.
Ensure accuracy and adherence to GAAP and FAR Part 31 requirements.
Support the development, monitoring, and analysis of indirect cost rates (fringe, overhead, and G&A).
Perform variance analysis against budgets and forecasts.
Assist in preparing provisional billing rates, incurred cost schedules, and pricing support for various government contract types.
Collaborate with the Controller or CFO to support DCAA/DCMA audit preparation by maintaining documentation, supporting schedules, and timekeeping/expense controls.
Respond to audit requests.
Interface with contracts, HR, and program management to ensure proper labor charging, revenue recognition, and contract compliance.
Identify financial risks, cost overruns, and opportunities for process improvement.
Help strengthen internal controls.
Support accounting system administration (Deltek Costpoint).
Mentor junior accounting staff as needed.
Provide reliable financial data and analysis to leadership.