Staff Accountant

Strategic Data Systems; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Data Systems, Inc. (SDS) in Keller, TX is seeking a Staff Accountant to oversee all accounting operations, including government contracting compliance (FAR/DFARS) and GAAP adherence, in a small-business environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on accounting, cost tracking on contracts, budgeting, and financial reporting, with exposure to Deltek Costpoint and indirect rate calculations; CPA/CMA preferred, 1–3 years’ experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 1-3 years of progressive accounting experience; government contracting a plus.
• Knowledge of GAAP, FAR, DFARS, and Cost Accounting Standards; Deltek Costpoint preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily and monthly accounting operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, general ledger, budgeting, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain DCAA-compliant accounting systems and ensure accurate cost accounting and indirect rate calculations.
• Oversee project cost tracking, billing, and revenue recognition in accordance with contract terms.
• Assist in developing and monitoring budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal regulations (FAR/DFARS).
• Support proposal pricing, cost-volume development, and indirect rate preparation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Strategic Data Systems, Inc. (SDS) is a growing small business federal contractor headquartered in Keller, TX. SDS supports mission-critical programs for federal customers, with a long-standing focus on the U.S. Navy and Department of Defense. We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our growing team.

Staff Accountant

Keller, TX 76248 / On-Site Full Time

Summary

The Staff Accountant will oversee all accounting operations, ensuring compliance with government contract regulations, company policies, and applicable accounting standards. This role consists of hands-on accounting supporting both daily operations and long-term growth. The ideal candidate has experience in government contracting (FAR/DFARS, CAS) and thrives in a dynamic small-business environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily and monthly accounting operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, general ledger, budgeting, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain DCAA-compliant accounting systems and ensure accurate cost accounting and indirect rate calculations.
• Oversee project cost tracking, billing, and revenue recognition in accordance with contract terms.
• Assist in developing and monitoring budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal regulations (FAR/DFARS).
• Support proposal pricing, cost-volume development, and indirect rate preparation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• 1-3 years of progressive accounting experience; Experience in a government contracting environment is a nice to have.
• Knowledge of GAAP, FAR, DFARS, and Cost Accounting Standards.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint is preferred
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Strategic Data Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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