Senior Accountant – Government Contracting & GAAP Expert

UHY-US; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UHY is seeking a Senior Accountant for an onsite, client-direct hire role. The ideal candidate brings government contracting accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and expertise with month-end close and financial reporting.

Responsibilities include GL management, close coordination, journal entries, reconciliations, cash flow forecasting, budgeting support, and interacting with auditors. Manufacturing or defense industry exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of GAAP and government contracting regulations, including FAR/DFARS.
• Strong Excel and financial analysis skills.
• Experience with government contracting, project accounting, or cost accounting.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain accuracy.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint or similar ERP preferred.
• Manufacturing, aerospace, or defense industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory accounting, WIP, standard costing, and audit requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cost accounting.
• Coordinate month-end close and prepare accurate financial statements and reports.
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and support budgeting and financial planning.
• Assist with quarterly forecasting, indirect rate projections, and financial reporting.
• Support annual audits and respond to auditor requests.
• Analyze financial activity and provide reporting and insights to management.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and system efficiency.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, and other departments to support business needs.

Skills

Gov contracting

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Excel

Deltek Costpoint

ERP systems

Cost accounting

Manufacturing experience

WIP/inventory

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

ERP systems

Job description

UHY is seeking a Senior Accountant for an onsite, client-direct hire role. The ideal candidate brings government contracting accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and expertise with month-end close and financial reporting.

Responsibilities include GL management, close coordination, journal entries, reconciliations, cash flow forecasting, budgeting support, and interacting with auditors. Manufacturing or defense industry exposure is a plus.