Strategic Payroll & Costing Specialist (Deltek Costpoint)

ADP, Inc.; Havelock (NC); On-site; USD 77,366,000 - 93,126,000; Full time

Job summary

ACET, Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business providing IT and system engineering services. The Payroll/Accounting Specialist role in Havelock NC focuses on end-to-end payroll, project cost management, and Deltek Costpoint administration.

You will generate financial insights, support audits, and drive billing accuracy while ensuring adherence to DCAA/FAR standards. The position requires an associate degree in accounting/finance and 5+ years of federal contracting experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 5+ years of project cost management, financial analysis, and accounting operations.
• Deep experience with Deltek Costpoint system administration.
• Strong understanding of DCAA and FAR regulations.
• Accuracy, cross-functional communication, and process discipline.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing in compliance with guidelines.
• Lead project cost management, financial analysis, and variance reviews.
• Administer Deltek Costpoint and drive data integrity and improvements.
• Coordinate with program managers for financial insights and reporting.
• Manage multi-million-dollar project setups and monitor expenditures.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and optimize billing/collections.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and audit readiness.

Skills

Financial analysis

Cost management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Associate Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

ACET, Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business providing IT and system engineering services. The Payroll/Accounting Specialist role in Havelock NC focuses on end-to-end payroll, project cost management, and Deltek Costpoint administration.

You will generate financial insights, support audits, and drive billing accuracy while ensuring adherence to DCAA/FAR standards. The position requires an associate degree in accounting/finance and 5+ years of federal contracting experience, with strong