Senior Government Accountant for GAAP, DCAA & Costpoint

Ag; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Avathon Government is hiring a Senior Accountant in Austin, TX to maintain financial reporting, internal controls, and GAAP/CAS/FAR compliance. You will support DCAA audits, revenue calculations, and cost accounting systems, while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

The role emphasizes accurate general ledger maintenance, cash forecasting, and collaboration on indirect rate structures and budgets for government contracts.

Qualifications

• Maintains GAAP/CAS/FAR compliance in financial reporting.
• Supports DCAA audits and external reviews.
• Strong control environment and policy development experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and interpret monthly financial statements for senior management.
• Oversee receivables, payroll, AP, and contract revenue calculations.
• Ensure ASC 606 revenue recognition alignment.
• Support audits including DCAA compliance and annual audits.
• Develop indirect rate structures, budgets, and forecasts.

Skills

GAAP

CAS

FAR

Deltek Costpoint

Excel

Audit coordination

Communication

Problem solving

DCAA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Avathon Government is hiring a Senior Accountant in Austin, TX to maintain financial reporting, internal controls, and GAAP/CAS/FAR compliance. You will support DCAA audits, revenue calculations, and cost accounting systems, while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

The role emphasizes accurate general ledger maintenance, cash forecasting, and collaboration on indirect rate structures and budgets for government contracts.