Senior Accountant

Delaware Resource Group; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Resource Group is seeking a Senior Accountant with strong GAAP knowledge and government contracting experience to work autonomously while collaborating with finance, contracts, and program teams.

The role involves managing JEs, AP, AR, reconciliations, and month-end close; preparing reports for leadership and external stakeholders; and supporting continuous improvement of accounting processes and internal controls.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of accounting experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with ERP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support and oversee core accounting functions: JEs, AP, AR, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Review and analyze financial records for accuracy and GAAP/government contracting compliance.
• Prepare financial reports, invoices, cost summaries, and supporting docs for leadership and external stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Costpoint

Unanet

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

The Senior Accountant will possess an advanced understanding of accounting principles (GAAP), government contracting accounting practices, and related financial regulations. This role requires an experienced professional capable of operating with a high level of autonomy while collaborating cross-functionally with finance, contracts, and program teams.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION

• Support and oversee core accounting functions, including journal entries (JEs), accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Assist in the review and analysis of financial records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP and government contracting standards.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, invoices, cost summaries, and supporting documentation for internal leadership and external stakeholders as needed.
• Utilize and maintain bookkeeping and accounting software/ERP systems; recommend improvements to workflows where applicable.
• Support compliance with federal contracting requirements, including understanding allowable vs. unallowable costs and proper cost allocation methodologies.
• Partner with program management, contracts, and finance teams to monitor project costs, budgets, and financial performance.
• Assist with audits or external reviews (e.g., DCAA, DCMA, or internal audits) by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Handle sensitive or confidential financial information with professionalism, discretion, and integrity.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting processes, internal controls, and documentation practices.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Accounting or related field required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments
• Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint required
• Experience with accounting/ERP systems (e.g., Costpoint, Unanet, NetSuite, SAP, or similar) preferred
• Ability to prioritize and execute work with urgency while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail