Senior Billing Accountant

Cherry Bekaert•Springfield, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cherry Bekaert Staffing & Recruiting is partnering with an established government contractor seeking a Senior Billing Accountant to support a high-volume billing and accounting function during a critical period. This role requires a hands-on professional with strong government contracting experience who can quickly contribute with minimal training. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting federal contracts, maintaining compliance with government regulations, preparing complex billings, and working within DCAA-compliant environments.

Requirements

5+ years of billing or accounting experience within a government contracting environment
Strong understanding of: Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
Strong understanding of: Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS)
Strong understanding of: DCAA compliance requirements
Strong understanding of: Government contract billing practices
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including: Pivot Tables
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including: VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including: Complex formulas and data analysis
Experience preparing reconciliations, billing schedules, and supporting documentation
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with Unanet (highly preferred)
Experience supporting cost-plus, T&M, and fixed-price contracts
Knowledge of indirect rates and government contract accounting structures
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Experience working closely with Controllers, Finance Directors, or executive leadership

Responsibilities

Prepare and submit customer invoices for government contracts in accordance with contract terms and billing requirements
Review billing transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contract guidelines
Ensure compliance with FAR regulations, DCAA requirements, and company billing policies
Research and resolve billing discrepancies, unbilled balances, and customer inquiries
Reconcile billing and accounts receivable activity to the general ledger
Support indirect rate and contract cost analysis as needed
Assist with month-end close activities, reporting, and account reconciliations
Generate ad hoc billing reports and analyses for management
Partner with accounting and contracts teams to ensure accurate project setup and billing execution
Maintain detailed documentation to support audits and government reviews