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Federal Government Contractor Accounting Jobs in Texas

Government Contracting Compliance * Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) requirements.

Accounting Manager

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Government Contracting Compliance * Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) requirements.

GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and other applicable government contracting regulations. * Support government cost audits ...

GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and other applicable government contracting regulations. * Support government cost audits ...

GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and other applicable government contracting regulations. * Support government cost audits ...

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What is the difference between Federal Government Contractor Accounting vs Federal Government Accountant?

AspectFederal Government Contractor AccountingFederal Government Accountant
CredentialsRelevant accounting certifications, such as CPA, often with government contracting experienceCPA or equivalent, with knowledge of federal regulations
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in contracting firms or government contractors, focusing on project-based accountingGovernment agencies or departments, handling broader financial reporting
Employer & IndustryPrivate companies contracting with the federal governmentFederal government agencies or departments
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

Federal Government Contractor Accounting focuses on managing financials for companies working on government contracts, emphasizing compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations. In contrast, a Federal Government Accountant handles broader federal financial management within government agencies. While both roles require similar certifications and knowledge of federal regulations, their work environments and primary responsibilities differ significantly.

Does the federal government hire accountants?

Yes, the federal government hires accountants for various roles in agencies such as the Department of Defense, Treasury, and General Services Administration. These positions often require knowledge of government accounting standards, security clearances, and certifications like CPA or CGFM. Federal accountants handle budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance tasks within a structured environment.

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Infographic showing various Federal Government Contractor Accounting job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, and 94% Full Time. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Government Contracting Accountant

Supporting Strategies

Dallas, TX • Remote

Part-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

Are you an experienced Government Contract accounting professional who would love a part-time, work-from-home position allowing you to achieve the optimal work/life balance that you have always dreamed of? Would you enjoy using your accounting expertise to remotely help businesses thrive and support multiple clients without having a draining tax season, all from the comfort of your own home office?  

If you're interested in working part-time, 25-30 hours a week, during traditional daytime business hours (8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST, CST, MST, or PST) and embracing new technology, then we may have the perfect opportunity for you!  

What We Do... 

Since 2004, we have been empowering business owners by taking bookkeeping and operational support functions off their plates allowing them to focus on their core business. Supporting Strategies' experienced professionals use our cutting-edge cloud-based platform, virtual infrastructure, and proven process to deliver a suite of outsourced transactional, full-cycle accounting services. 

Supporting Strategies has over 100 offices throughout the U.S. and is continuing to grow rapidly!This momentum has created fantastic opportunities for accountants who thrive on providing exceptional client service while seeking optimal work-life balance as well as the strength of a network community of over 800 employees nationwide. 

What You'll Do... 

The responsibilities associated with this role are organized into areas that are very important to Supporting Strategies as an organization. We have purposely chosen the word "delight" when defining these responsibilities because it appropriately captures how passionate we are about these initiatives, and we naturally hope you will share in our sentiment. Your day-to-day will shift as you grow in the organization and into your role; but you can expect to work directly with clients, discover and implement software, manage and document our internal workflow and provide guidance to your clients.  

Client Delight -Building Great Client Relationships 

  • Provide exceptional accounting and operational service to our clients and ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and other federal regulations.
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of professional accounting and bookkeeping practices. 
  • Support client onboarding process for all assigned client engagements in accordance with defined process.
  • Execute, as applicable, processes related to accounts payable and accounts receivable management, bookkeeping entries, closing the books monthly as well as preparing financial reporting and analysis.
  • Collaborate with your manager and other Associates on your team to ensure all clients are delighted with our services through timely and effective communication.
  • Manage day-to-day relationships with clients while performing within established processes and budget parameters.
  • Identify and recommend to your manager areas where Supporting Strategies may be able to provide additional services or tools to drive additional client value and efficiency. 

Team Delight -Creating a Satisfying & Collaborative Virtual Environment 

  • Participate in recurring team and one-on-one video check-in meetings to ensure you are aligned for success. 
  • Confidence in learning and embracing new technology to solve client issues. 
  • Embrace coaching and feedback provided by your manager and implement changes as needed to help meet team and client goals. 

What You've Done... 

  • A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business. 
  • 5+ years of full-cycle accounting experience (e.g accounts payable, accounts receivable, closing books monthly and preparing financial reporting and analysis). 
  • Strong experience in federal government contracting, particularly with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) compliance.
  • Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and other federal regulations
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, QuickBooks Government Edition).
  • Capacity and commitment to work during business hours (8:00 am - 5:00 pm EST, CST, MST, or PST). 
  • Managed day-to-day relationships with clients while performing within established processes and budget parameters.
  • Exhibited a passion for and sense of personal satisfaction in delighting clients and helping businesses succeed.
  • Commitment to maintain the highest level of confidentiality while working with client data.