[Remote] Project Accountant- Government Billing

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Aston Carter is a leading Aerospace and Defense company seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Accountant- Government Billing to join their Accounting Department in San Diego, CA. The role focuses on reviewing contracts, preparing invoices, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting audits in a government contracting environment.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and prepare customer invoices for Cost Reimbursable, Fixed Fee, T&M, and Progress Payment contracts in a government contracting environment.
• Record journal entries (revenue, billed, and unbilled accounts receivable) and support month-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and applicable company policies for revenue recognition.
• Complete project and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and support government final and quick close-out invoices.
• Support government and financial audits.
• Coordinate and participate in the research and analysis of accounting and financial data.
• Compile data and prepare a variety of highly complex reports, potentially presenting findings to professional staff and/or management.
• Provide excellent customer service and work closely with the Contracts and Finance departments.
• Assure company compliance with Financial Accounting Standards, Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and disclosed company practices.
• Recommend improvements or changes to processing methods and techniques.
• Contribute to and ensure the accuracy of accounting data, transactions, and maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting files and records.
• Perform special projects as assigned.

Skills

• 8+ years of progressive experience as a Project Accountant, experience with government billing and contracting regulations like FAR
• Billing experience with Cost Reimbursable, Fixed Fee, T&M, and Progress Payments in a government contracting environment.
• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), cost accounting standards (CAS), and FAR.
• Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office with strong working knowledge of Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• SAP experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience with big systems like Oracle, if no SAP experience.
• Ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data, and develop solutions to complex problems.
• Strong organizational, scheduling, and coordination skills to meet deadlines.
• Customer service focus.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Multiple plan options including HMO, PPO, and High Deductible with HSA. Dental PPO and HMO plans are also available. Vision plans are offered at all locations.
• Mental Health Support: Extra mental health benefits and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA): Available for eligible employees.
• Pension Plan: Fully funded by the company, vested after 3 years. Offers lifetime monthly income or lump sum payout options. (www.ga.com)
• 401(k) Plan: Company matches 50% of employee contributions up to 6% of eligible compensation. Matching vests over 5 years.
• Performance Bonuses: Incentive Compensation Plan (ICP) tied to individual and company performance.
• Tuition Assistance: Reimbursement for education and certifications.
• Paid Time Off: Includes vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• 9/80 Work Schedule: Employees work 80 hours over 9 days, with every other Friday off.
• Parental Leave: Maternity and paternity leave available.
• Bereavement and Military Leave: Included in personal time off policies.
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Long-Term Disability, and Business Travel Accident Insurance.
• Legal Services Insurance Plan.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Recreation facilities and Employee Recreation Association (ERA).
• Casual dress atmosphere and flexible scheduling options.

Company Overview

• Aston Carter is a staffing and recruiting company providing risk and compliance services. It was founded in 1997, and is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.astoncarter.com/en.

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