Senior Accountant - Government Contracting

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation

1d•$85,000 - $115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing detailed reconciliations of balance sheet and sub-ledger accounts to ensure accuracy, compliance, and completeness of financial data in a government contracting environment. This role supports month-end and year-end close, audit readiness, and compliance with GAAP, FAR, CAS, and internal policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline.
4+ years of relevant accounting experience with a focus on reconciliations.
Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and federal contracting regulations (FAR, CAS).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data validation).
Experience with ERP systems such as Deltek Costpoint.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.
Experience in a government contracting environment.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with indirect rate structures, incurred cost submissions, and DCAA audit processes preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform timely and accurate reconciliations of general ledger accounts, including but not limited to cash, AR, AP, payroll, unbilled receivables, advances, and intercompany transactions.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies between sub-ledger and general ledger balances.
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes by preparing schedules and reconciliation reports.
Maintain and document reconciliation procedures in accordance with internal control requirements and audit standards.
Ensure compliance with government contract accounting standards (FAR, DFARS, CAS) in all reconciliation processes.
Collaborate with project accountants, billing specialists, and financial analysts to validate transaction accuracy and completeness.
Assist with preparation for internal and external audits including DCAA and CPA firm audits by providing supporting documentation and explanations.
Monitor aging and clearing of reconciling items to ensure timely resolution and proper reporting.
Recommend and help implement process improvements to strengthen reconciliation workflows and internal controls.
Support special accounting projects as assigned.
Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned.