Accountant - Federal Contracting & Payroll Lead

Skookum; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

11 paid federal holidays

Paid vacation time

Paid sick time

Potential shared earning bonus

Tuition assistance

Professional development, trainings

EAP

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Tessera is hiring an Accountant in Colorado Springs to support operations with accurate financial management, contracts, and compliance oversight. The role manages payroll, invoicing, and financial reporting while ensuring adherence to contract requirements and internal controls.

You will coordinate with site management, address audit readiness, and contribute to budgeting and forecasting. A BA in accounting/finance plus 3–5 years of experience is preferred; GAAP and FAR knowledge is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in facilities maintenance or federal contracting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.); experience with Maximo preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Understanding ofGAAP and federal acquisition regulations (FAR).
• Ability to interpret legal and financial documents.
• Strong communicationand problem-solving skills.
• Experience with subcontractor oversight and contract compliance.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and reconcile bank and ledger accounts.
• Process accounts payable and subcontractor invoices in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain financial data in Maximo and other systems; ensure alignment with contract requirements.
• Assist with monthly closings and financial reporting.
• Oversee the site payroll program, including timekeeping coordination, payroll validation, issue resolution, and timely submission of required payroll information.
• Maintain base access documentation and credentialing for subcontractors.
• Coordinate subcontractor onboarding, compliance tracking, and required documentation to ensure adherence to contract and site requirements.
• Serve as a facilitator between subcontractors and site management regarding access requirements, scheduling coordination, and contract-related communications.
• Support special projects, audits, and workflow improvements.
• Reconcile general ledger discrepancies and ensure accurate financial records.
• Prepare and maintain supporting documentation for applicable audits.
• Monitor expenditures and assist with budget tracking and forecasting activities.
• Review/verify invoices, expense reports, and other financial expenditure documents.
• Generate financial reports for management review and/or analysis.
• Manage contracts, billing, and invoices for services Tessera provides to private entities, ensuring accurate documentation, timely processing, and compliance with applicable terms and internal requirements.
• Track, analyze, and report financial and business performance metrics to support management review, operational decision-making, forecasting, and accountability.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

3–5 years accounting experience

Tools

Maximo

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tessera is hiring an Accountant in Colorado Springs to support operations with accurate financial management, contracts, and compliance oversight. The role manages payroll, invoicing, and financial reporting while ensuring adherence to contract requirements and internal controls.

You will coordinate with site management, address audit readiness, and contribute to budgeting and forecasting. A BA in accounting/finance plus 3–5 years of experience is preferred; GAAP and FAR knowledge is required.