Accountant-Government Projects

MedStar Health; Morgantown (WV); Remote; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering services is seeking a Federal Project Accountant to oversee project finances for government contracts. This position involves budget management, financial reporting, and compliance with regulations. The role can be remotely based and requires substantial experience and knowledge in government accounting standards.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in government project accounting.
• Strong understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Knowledge of GAAP and GASB standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of government project financial activities.
• Prepare and submit monthly invoices and annual Incurred Cost Submission.
• Monitor project costs ensuring compliance with contract terms.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Financial reporting

Budget management

Education

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

Tools

Deltek Vision

Job description

United States, West Virginia, Morgantown

Job Locations

US-SC-Aiken | US-WV-Morgantown

ID
SC-5601
Category
Accounting/Finance
Type
Full Time
Work Location
Remote

Accountant-Government Projects Job Locations

US-SC-Aiken | US-WV-Morgantown

ID
SC-5601
Category
Accounting/Finance
Type
Full Time
Work Location
Remote


About the Organization

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services.

Overview

We are seeking a Federal Project Accountant to manage the finances on a government contract ensuring compliance with governmental and accounting regulations. Responsible for maintaining project accounting records and examining, analyzing and interpreting data for the purpose of reporting to management. The role involves budgeting, performing plan versus actual analysis, establishing indirect rate pools, financial reporting, and overseeing the proper allocation of costs to the final cost objectives in accordance with contract requirements. This position can be REMOTE for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities:

Manage all aspects of Project related activities, including but not limited to: Adding, tracking, and closing line items. Reviewing customer project numbers for correct location coding.
• Manage the financial aspects of a government-funded project and ensure budget adherence to include accurate record-keeping and that all allowable costs are properly allocated to the appropriate final cost objective.
• Monitor and prepare weekly reports distributed to supervisors and managers.
• Monitor, prepare, and update all Labor Cost Tables and Billing Rate Tables in software as needed.
• Provides financial interpretation and guidance to management personnel.
• Prepare and submit monthly invoices in the format required by the contract to the client ensuring that hours and billing rates for the period are correct. Track open commitments.
• Assist in preparing annual indirect rate pools and contract billing rates to ensure all costs and staff are accounted for. Monitor rate pools monthly and reports over or underapplied dollars to management.
• Prepare and submit the annual Incurred Cost Submission on or before the deadline.
• Track project costs and ensure that funds are used in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
• Reconcile project accounts and provide project analysis for a government project monthly.
• Assist in preparing for audits and working with government auditors as needed.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of professional developmental experience.
• Proven experience in government project accounting or similar roles.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. Deltek Vision is a bonus).
• Strong understanding of government funding and financial regulations to include the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Knowledge of preparing and submitting Incurred Cost Submissions to the government.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of GAAP and GASB standards, particularly for government entities.

Travel

Will be required to travel when required to meet with management, clients, and teaming partners in Morgantown, WV and Pittsburgh, PA NETL facilities.

Benefits

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The ability to sit/ stand for up to 8 hours per day.
• The ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Travel

Will be required to travel when required to meet with management, clients, and teaming partners in Morgantown, WV and Pittsburgh, PA NETL facilities.

Drug Free Workplace

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.

Solicitation

Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.

EEO Statement

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