Government Contracting Accountant

M. C. Dean; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and.dis

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Military Reserve pay offset

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

M.C. Dean, headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, is seeking an accounting professional to support billing, corporate accounting, and government contract compliance across Cost-Plus and T&M contracts.

You will assist with incurred cost submissions, indirect rate calculations, and audits, partnering with Accounting, Contracts, and Program Management to ensure accurate billing and regulatory compliance. The role provides growth in government contract accounting and enterprise financial processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• 2+ years of professional accounting experience, preferably in government contracting or corporate accounting.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review invoices for Cost-Plus, T&M, and fixed-price contracts.
• Validate labor, subcontractor, and other direct costs for billing accuracy.
• Perform billing reconciliations and analyze unbilled receivables.
• Support preparation of final invoices, final vouchers, and contract closeout documentation.
• Monitor contract funding and assist in resolving billing discrepancies.
• Coordinate with Contracts and Program Management to ensure timely billing.
• Support month-end close, journal entries, and financial reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

M.C. Dean, headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, is seeking an accounting professional to support billing, corporate accounting, and government contract compliance across Cost-Plus and T&M contracts.

You will assist with incurred cost submissions, indirect rate calculations, and audits, partnering with Accounting, Contracts, and Program Management to ensure accurate billing and regulatory compliance. The role provides growth in government contract accounting and enterprise financial processes