Billing Analyst

SpectrumCareers; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SpectrumCareers client seeks a Billing Analyst to prepare, monitor, and report on government contract billings, supporting the AR Supervisor, and coordinating with Contracts, Program Management, and Treasury to resolve issues and keep receivables accurate.

The role requires a BS in Accounting, 3+ years in accounting or government contracting, and Deltek Costpoint experience. Strong Excel and GAAP knowledge are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Accounting or related field with accounting coursework.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, finance, or government contracting; cost accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint required.
• Working understanding of U.S. GAAP and government contract billing practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with computerized accounting systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare government contract billings in accordance with FAR, contract terms, and internal guidelines; resolve issues and maintain supporting files.
• Prepare assigned general ledger reconciliations and monthly journal entries with supporting documentation, and resolve open items timely.
• Reconcile billing system data to financial system data and analyze accounts as requested.
• Monitor and report on unbilled balances and provide analysis of billing variances.
• Respond to internal and external billing inquiries, including customer and program-level requests.
• Partner with the Contracts team on contract billing guidelines and with Treasury on receivable issues.
• Compile and analyze receivables audit responses and support incurred cost submission efforts.
• Maintain current working knowledge of GAAP, federal and state regulations, and government contracting requirements, and apply that knowledge to assigned work.
• Participate in problem solving, process improvement, and special projects within the receivables environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Independent worker

Education

BS in Accounting or related field

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is searching for a Billing Analyst responsible for preparing, monitoring, and reporting on government contract billing functions. This role supports the Accounts Receivable Supervisor, interprets accounting data, prepares reports and reconciliations, and works closely with Contracts, Program Management, and Treasury to resolve billing issues and maintain the integrity of the receivables function.

Responsibilities

• Prepare government contract billings in accordance with FAR, contract terms, and internal guidelines; resolve issues and maintain supporting files.
• Prepare assigned general ledger reconciliations and monthly journal entries with supporting documentation, and resolve open items timely.
• Reconcile billing system data to financial system data and analyze accounts as requested.
• Monitor and report on unbilled balances and provide analysis of billing variances.
• Respond to internal and external billing inquiries, including customer and program-level requests.
• Partner with the Contracts team on contract billing guidelines and with Treasury on receivable issues.
• Compile and analyze receivables audit responses and support incurred cost submission efforts.
• Maintain current working knowledge of GAAP, federal and state regulations, and government contracting requirements, and apply that knowledge to assigned work.
• Participate in problem solving, process improvement, and special projects within the receivables environment.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Accounting or a related field with accounting coursework.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, finance, or government contracting; cost accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint required.
• Working understanding of U.S. GAAP and government contract billing practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with computerized accounting systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.