Senior Accountant (Government Contracting Experience)

Nesco Resource; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Nesco Resource, LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support accounting operations for a client in the Fairfax, VA area. This contract to hire opportunity offers a hybrid work arrangement with 1-2 days in the office each week.

The role requires strong general ledger knowledge, full-cycle accounting, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will oversee AP/AR, GL maintenance, close processes, inventory and job cost accounting, contract billing,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities in accordance with U.S. GAAP and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support contract setup, job cost accounting, and contract billing within the ERP system.
• Process vendor invoices, employee expenses, customer invoices, and ensure timely payments.
• Maintain inventory records, conduct periodic reconciliations, and assist with tax documentation.
• Supervise and guide one Staff Accountant; review work for accuracy and deadlines.

Skills

General ledger

Full-cycle accounting

Supervisory experience

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Unanet ERP

Job description

Nesco Resource is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support accounting operations for a client in the Fairfax, VA area. This is a contract to hire opportunity. The position is hybrid with 1-2 days in the office a week.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong general ledger knowledge, full-cycle accounting experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The Senior Accountant will oversee day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end close. This individual will also support inventory and job cost accounting, contract billing, audit preparation, and internal controls while providing guidance and oversight to a Staff Accountant. Experience with Unanet ERP and government contracting is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger & Financial Reporting

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities and maintain accurate financial records in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, analyze variances, and resolve discrepancies.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, account analyses, and management reports.

ERP & Contract Accounting

• Maintain and update customer, vendor, and contract records within the ERP system.
• Support contract setup and modifications, job cost accounting, and accurate contract billing.
• Review accounting data and system configurations to identify and resolve discrepancies.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Review, code, and process vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and payments.
• Prepare and process customer invoices and submit billing through applicable government portals and other designated systems.
• Monitor outstanding receivables, investigate billing discrepancies, and respond to vendor and customer inquiries.

Inventory Accounting & Compliance

• Maintain inventory records and perform periodic reconciliations and variance analyses.
• Support physical inventory counts and investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Assist with 1099 reporting, sales tax reporting, and other applicable tax documentation.
• Support internal and external audits, government contract audits, and internal control reviews.
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation and ensure compliance with accounting policies and applicable requirements.

Team Leadership & Process Improvement

• Supervise and provide day-to-day guidance to one Staff Accountant.
• Review accounting work for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to deadlines.
• Coordinate assignments, provide feedback, and support training and professional development.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and increase efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Three to five years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger accounting and full-cycle accounting processes.
• At least one year of supervisory, team-lead, or accounting work-review experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial close procedures, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Hands-on experience with inventory accounting, inventory reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems and job cost or project accounting.
• Experience with Unanet ERP is strongly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including lookup functions, PivotTables, large datasets, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Experience supporting audits, internal controls, and regulatory compliance is preferred.