Government Contracting Accountant & Billing Analyst

M.c.-Dean,-Inc.; 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 is seeking an accounting professional to support billing, corporate accounting, and government contract compliance activities in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves Cost-Plus and Time & Materials contract billing, indirect rate calculations, and coordinating with Contracts and Program Management to ensure accurate billing and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities cover billing, month-end close, journal entries, financial reporting, audits, and process improvements across

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review customer invoices for Cost-Plus, Time & Materials (T&M), and fixed-price contracts.
• Validate labor, subcontractor, and other direct costs for billing accuracy and contractual compliance.
• Perform billing reconciliations and analyze unbilled receivables.
• Support preparation of final invoices, final vouchers, and contract closeout documentation.
• Monitor contract funding limitations and assist in resolving billing discrepancies.
• Coordinate with Contracts and Program Management to ensure timely and accurate billing.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with balance sheet account analyses and financial statement reporting.
• Support external audits and annual financial reporting requirements.
• Maintain accounting records in accordance with company policies and internal controls.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives across accounting and finance functions.
• Assist with preparation of annual Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS).
• Support indirect cost rate calculations, reconciliations, and true-up analyses.
• Apply FAR Part 31 cost principles in the review of allowable and unallowable costs.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for DCAA audits and compliance reviews.
• Assist with final indirect rate settlement analyses and contract closeout activities.
• Support maintenance of government accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Pivot tables

Job description

M.C. Dean is seeking an accounting professional to support billing, corporate accounting, and government contract compliance activities in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves Cost-Plus and Time & Materials contract billing, indirect rate calculations, and coordinating with Contracts and Program Management to ensure accurate billing and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities cover billing, month-end close, journal entries, financial reporting, audits, and process improvements across