Sr. Accountant/Project Controller

Cybermedia Technologies - Reston, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Reston, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Accountant/Project Controller will play a crucial role in the finance team, focusing on maintaining accurate project-level financials and ensuring compliance with government contracting financial practices. This mid-level position involves managing invoicing through government portals, overseeing accounts payable and receivable, and collaborating on financial reporting activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in government contracting and accounting processes, particularly in relation to FAR and CAS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor project-level financials, ensuring accuracy in revenue recognition, job costing, and estimates to complete (ETCs).
• Process and track invoices through government portals such as Symphony, IPP, and WAWF, ensuring timely submission and payment.
• Record and reconcile general ledger (G/L) entries in compliance with US GAAP.
• Manage accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R), ensuring proper documentation and timely processing.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Controller on month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closings and reporting activities.
• Prepare and analyze project-specific indirect rate applications and ensure proper allocation of costs.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of financial systems and workflows to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations (FAR), cost accounting standards (CAS), and internal financial policies.
• Support external audit requests by providing necessary documentation and analysis.
• Assist in proposal development by providing accurate financial data for cost proposals and pricing strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in accounting and project financial management, preferably in a government contracting environment.
• Expertise with Unanet Financials and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Thorough understanding of FAR, CAS, and government compliance requirements.
• Proven experience with government invoicing platforms such as Symphony and IPP.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger processes.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other relevant certification.
• Experience working with DCAA audits and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with indirect rate development and cost-plus contracts.
• Experience supporting cost proposals and pricing strategies for government contracts.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Contribute to the success of government contracting business.