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Contract Accounting Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Accounting Specialist

Melbourne, FL ยท On-site

$19.75 - $26.75/hr

The ideal candidate does not need to be a senior accountant or an expert in government-contract accounting. However, the individual must have a solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, strong ...

SAP FICA Consultant

Tampa, FL ยท On-site

$59.50 - $81.25/hr

Strong knowledge of contract accounting, invoicing, payments, and collections. Experience integrating SAP FICA with SAP FI, IS-U, or CRM. Proficiency in Event Processing, Claims, and Mass Processing.

Senior Accountant

Orlando, FL ยท On-site

$69K - $86K/yr

Manage job costing, contract accounting, and inventory/WIP processes to ensure accurate cost capture and job-level profitability * *The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Help prepare technical accounting analyses and memos, particularly regarding government contract accounting and new accounting standards. * Assist in annual tangible property tax return preparation ...

Construction Tax Manager

Fort Myers, FL ยท On-site +1

$95K - $125K/yr

This role is responsible for tax compliance, planning, reporting, and review, with a strong focus on construction specific tax issues, including long-term contract accounting methods and book-to-tax ...

Construction Tax Manager

Naples, FL ยท On-site +1

$95K - $125K/yr

This role is responsible for tax compliance, planning, reporting, and review, with a strong focus on construction specific tax issues, including long-term contract accounting methods and book-to-tax ...

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How much do contract accounting jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract accounting in Florida is $26.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.82 and $27.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract accountant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Accountant, you need a solid background in accounting principles, knowledge of contract law, and typically a degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with accounting software like QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle, as well as understanding of compliance regulations, is often required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for accurately managing contracts and collaborating with stakeholders. These skills ensure compliance, minimize financial risk, and support sound decision-making in contract management.

What is the difference between Contract Accounting vs Accounts Payable Specialist?

AspectContract AccountingAccounts Payable Specialist
CredentialsAccounting degree, CPA or similar certifications often preferredHigh school diploma or associate's degree, some accounting knowledge beneficial
Work EnvironmentCorporate finance, project-based, often in accounting or finance departmentsFinance or accounting departments, processing invoices and payments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries with project-based work like construction, engineering, or consultingCommon across various industries handling vendor payments and invoice processing

Contract Accounting focuses on managing financial records for specific projects or contracts, requiring accounting expertise. Accounts Payable Specialists handle invoice processing and payments, often with less emphasis on complex accounting principles. While both roles involve financial data, Contract Accounting is more specialized and analytical, whereas Accounts Payable is more transactional and operational.

What are some common challenges faced in contract accounting roles, and how can they be managed effectively?

Contract accounting professionals often face challenges such as interpreting complex contract terms, ensuring compliance with revenue recognition standards (like ASC 606), and maintaining accuracy under tight deadlines. Managing these challenges requires strong attention to detail, regular collaboration with legal and sales teams, and ongoing professional development to stay updated on accounting standards. Utilizing robust accounting software and establishing clear communication channels across departments can significantly improve efficiency and reduce errors.

What is contract accounting?

Contract accounting is a specialized area of accounting that focuses on tracking, managing, and reporting financial transactions related to contracts between businesses and their clients or vendors. This process involves monitoring contract revenue, costs, billing, and compliance with contractual terms. Contract accountants ensure that financial records accurately reflect the performance and obligations of each contract, often in industries like construction, government, and consulting. Their work is crucial for auditing, financial planning, and meeting regulatory requirements.
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Infographic showing various Contract Accounting job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,093 per year, or $27 per hour.

Accounting Specialist

Pacifico Energy Group

Melbourne, FL โ€ข On-site

$19.75 - $26.75/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

A2G International is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support the company's day-to-day accounting, payroll coordination, project accounting, and financial system administration.
This position will serve as a key day-to-day resource for Deltek Costpoint and iSolved/GovConPay while also assisting with general accounting, reconciliations, time and expense processing, project setup, payroll review, and month-end close activities.
The ideal candidate does not need to be a senior accountant or an expert in government-contract accounting. However, the individual must have a solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, strong technical aptitude, and the ability to learn, troubleshoot, and document financial-system processes.
Prior Deltek Costpoint or iSolved/GovConPay experience is preferred but not required for a candidate with relevant accounting, payroll, ERP, or project-accounting experience and a demonstrated ability to learn new systems quickly.
What you get to do:
General Accounting and Month-End Support
  • Prepare and enter journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
  • Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, payroll accounts, accrued expenses, prepaid expenses, and other balance-sheet accounts.
  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
  • Review general-ledger activity for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.
  • Research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
  • Maintain organized and audit-ready accounting records.
  • Assist with financial schedules and supporting documentation requested by management, auditors, lenders, customers, or outside accountants.
  • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed.

Deltek Costpoint Support
  • Perform routine accounting and administrative activities within Deltek Costpoint.
  • Assist with employee, vendor, organization, project, account, and labor-category maintenance.
  • Review time and expense transactions for completeness, coding accuracy, and proper approvals.
  • Assist employees with basic Costpoint timekeeping and expense-report questions.
  • Support project setup, project-account mapping, labor-category assignments, and employee-project access.
  • Research system errors and coordinate corrections with internal users or outside system consultants.
  • Assist with posting and reconciling labor, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general-ledger transactions.
  • Help document Costpoint processes, controls, and user procedures.
  • Support future Costpoint process improvements and system integrations.

Payroll and iSolved/GovConPay Support
  • Assist with payroll preparation, review, and reconciliation.
  • Review employee payroll data, deductions, benefits, paid leave, labor distributions, and organizational assignments.
  • Coordinate employee setup and changes between iSolved/GovConPay and Deltek Costpoint.
  • Reconcile payroll registers to Costpoint labor and general-ledger postings.
  • Identify and help resolve payroll-interface or labor-distribution discrepancies.
  • Maintain payroll and employee accounting documentation.
  • Assist employees and managers with routine payroll, timekeeping, and leave-balance questions.
  • Coordinate with the payroll provider when system corrections or additional support are required.

Government Contracting and Project Accounting
  • Support accounting for government contracts, subcontracts, commercial projects, overhead, general and administrative activities, business development, bid and proposal, and unallowable costs.
  • Review transactions for appropriate project, organization, account, and labor-category coding.
  • Assist with project cost reporting, budget-to-actual analysis, and financial reporting.
  • Support customer billing and preparation of invoice documentation.
  • Help ensure labor, travel, and other project costs are properly supported and consistently recorded.
  • Assist with documentation needed for government-contracting compliance and future audits.
  • Develop an understanding of FAR cost principles, indirect-cost allocation, timekeeping requirements, and government-contract accounting practices.

Process Improvement and Administrative Support
  • Create and maintain written accounting procedures, checklists, and desk guides.
  • Help improve accounting workflows and reduce manual or duplicate processes.
  • Maintain accounting trackers and recurring task schedules.
  • Support implementation of internal controls appropriate for a growing small business.
  • Assist the Director of Finance with special projects and financial analyses.
  • Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a closely related field.

Alternatively, an associate degree with relevant accounting experience may be considered.
  • Two or more years of accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, project accounting, or financial-system experience.
  • Working knowledge of general-ledger accounting and account reconciliations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, filtering, sorting, pivot tables, and data reconciliation.
  • Ability to research discrepancies and follow transactions between multiple systems.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate work.
  • Ability to organize documentation and meet recurring deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to handle confidential payroll, employee, and financial information appropriately.
  • Willingness and ability to learn Deltek Costpoint, iSolved/GovConPay, government-contract accounting, and company-specific processes.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience using Deltek Costpoint.
  • Experience using iSolved, GovConPay, or another payroll and human-resources information system.
  • Experience with payroll reconciliation or payroll-to-general-ledger integration.
  • Experience working for a government contractor, aerospace company, aviation business, engineering company, or other project-based organization.
  • Familiarity with project accounting, labor distribution, indirect costs, or government-contract billing.
  • Experience supporting a small or growing business where employees handle a variety of responsibilities.
  • Familiarity with FAR cost principles or government-contract accounting requirements.
  • Experience assisting with accounting-system implementation, data cleanup, or process documentation.

Successful Candidate Profile
The strongest candidate will:
  • Be comfortable performing detailed transactional work while also understanding how transactions affect the general ledger and project reporting.
  • Be willing to investigate problems rather than simply forwarding them to someone else.
  • Learn unfamiliar systems quickly and document what they learn.
  • Be dependable, organized, and consistent with recurring deadlines.
  • Communicate clearly with employees who may not have accounting or system knowledge.
  • Enjoy working in a small-business environment where priorities may evolve.
  • Know when to work independently and when to escalate an issue.
  • Have the judgment to protect confidential payroll, personnel, and financial information.

What This Position Is Not
This position is not intended to independently manage the entire finance function, establish corporate accounting policy, serve as the company's Controller, or make final decisions regarding complex government-contract compliance matters.
The Staff Accountant will work under the direction of the Director of Finance and will receive guidance on complex transactions, accounting policy, government-contract compliance, and significant system changes.
Compensation
The anticipated salary range is $60,000-$80,000 annually, depending on the candidate's accounting experience, government-contracting knowledge, and familiarity with Deltek Costpoint and iSolved/GovConPay.
Candidates who require training in Costpoint may be hired toward the lower or middle portion of the range. Candidates who can immediately perform Costpoint accounting, payroll reconciliation, project accounting, and financial-system troubleshooting may be considered toward the upper portion of the range.
A2G International is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected characteristics.