Government Contracts Accounting Specialist

Altagrove LLC; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Altagrove LLC in Leesburg, VA is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join our growing, entrepreneurial team. You will support daily accounting functions, from AP/AR to payroll and general ledger entries, and assist with month-end close and reconciliations.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 3–5 years of accounting experience (government contracting preferred), and proficiency with Deltek Costpoint or Unanet, QuickBooks, and Excel. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience; government contracting experience preferred.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint or Unanet for project accounting and reporting.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks for GL management, reconciliations, monthly close.
• Familiarity with Concur expense management (preferred).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of GAAP; FAR/DCAA compliance a plus.
• U.S. Citizenship required (ability to obtain DoD clearance preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support daily accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger entries.
• Assist with month-end close by preparing account reconciliations and ensuring accuracy of financial records.
• Help maintain fixed asset schedules and support preparation of tax-related documentation.
• Assist with preparation of financial reports for internal stakeholders.
• Provide support for contract accounting (CPFF, FFP, and T&M contracts).
• Help maintain compliance with FAR, DCAA, and other federal contract requirements.
• Collaborate with external partners and CPAs on financial reviews and audits.
• Support internal controls and accounting best practices to safeguard financial data.
• Participate in special projects, process improvements, and ad-hoc analysis as needed.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Payroll

General ledger

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Detail oriented

U.S. Citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Unanet

QuickBooks

Concur

Excel

Job description

Altagrove LLC in Leesburg, VA is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join our growing, entrepreneurial team. You will support daily accounting functions, from AP/AR to payroll and general ledger entries, and assist with month-end close and reconciliations.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 3–5 years of accounting experience (government contracting preferred), and proficiency with Deltek Costpoint or Unanet, QuickBooks, and Excel. U.S.