Accountant - Government Contracts

This position is full-time remote and requires the candidate is a US citizen that resides in the US.

The Accountant, Government Contracts supports the finance team's day-to-day accounting for our federal contract portfolio, including our SEWP and other GWAC/IDIQ vehicles. The role focuses on accurate contract billing, accounts receivable and collections, accounts payable, and month-end support, and works closely with program managers and contracts staff to make sure orders are set up, invoiced, and collected correctly.

The position supports the Accounting Manager with audit preparation and government compliance work, making it a strong fit for an accountant with one to three years of experience who wants to build a career in government contracting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Contract Billing and Order Processing

• Validate orders against customer POs and contract pricing (products, GSA/GWAC pricing, quantities, ship-to/bill-to, totals) and close orders in CRM.
• Prepare and submit accurate invoices through government portals including WAWF/PIEE and IPP, as well as commercial invoices.
• Set up new contracts, task orders, and modifications in the accounting system under the direction of the Accounting Manager.
• Track billed amounts against funded value and alert the Accounting Manager to funding issues.

Accounts Receivable and Collections

• Apply cash receipts and maintain accurate customer accounts.
• Monitor aging reports, follow up on past-due invoices, and document collection activity.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies; prepare credit memos.

Accounts Payable and Expenses

• Process vendor and subcontractor invoices, coding costs to the correct contracts and accounts.
• Prepare check runs and payments.
• Review travel expense reports against federal per diem rates and company policy; administer corporate cards.

Month-End and Compliance Support

• Support the Accounting Manager
• Help gather documentation for DCAA, GSA, and financial statement audits.
• Maintain the contract log and organized, audit-ready accounting records.
• Perform other finance projects as assigned by the Accounting Manager.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience; experience with a government contractor strongly preferred.
• Experience with billing, AR, and AP, including invoicing through WAWF/PIEE or IPP, is a plus.
• Basic familiarity with T&M, Fixed Price, and cost-type contracts, or eagerness to learn them.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Business Central a plus; solid Excel skills required.

Skills and Attributes

• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, high-quality work.
• Manages time effectively and meets billing and close deadlines.
• Good communication skills; comfortable working with program managers and customers.
• Works well independently and on a team.
• Can be trusted with confidential and sensitive information.
• Eager to learn government contract accounting and grow with the company.

Accelera Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.