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Arlington, VA · On-site

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Alexandria, VA

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Deputy Program Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$131K/yr

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Project Accounting Consultant - Government Contracts - Hybrid in La Crosse, Wisconsin-Remote Conside

Project Accounting Consultant - Government Contracts - Hybrid in La Crosse, Wisconsin-Remote Conside

UnitedHealth Group

La Crosse, WI • On-site, Remote

$72K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

UnitedHealth Group rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 145 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

189th of 877 rated healthcare providers

Job description

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
We are seeking an experienced Project Accounting Consultant with deep expertise in government contracting to provide short-term and strategic support for project setup, cost tracking, compliance, and reporting. This role will work closely with program management, finance, and compliance teams to ensure project financials align with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) requirements.
The consultant will play a key role in optimizing project accounting processes, ensuring audit readiness, and providing accurate, timely financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
This position follows a hybrid schedule with three in-office days per week.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Project Setup & Maintenance
    • Establish compliant project structures in the ERP system, ensuring correct contract types, billing terms, and cost structures
    • Collaborate with contracts, program management, and procurement to ensure accurate project coding and cost allocation
    • Project Cost Tracking & Reporting
    • Monitor labor, materials, subcontract, and indirect cost charges to projects for accuracy and compliance
    • Support project managers with cost performance metrics, burn rates, and forecast updates
  • Billing & Revenue Recognition
    • Ensure invoices are prepared in compliance with contract terms and government regulations
    • Reconcile unbilled receivables, deferred revenue, and billed-to-date amounts
    • Apply appropriate revenue recognition methods based on contract type (CPFF, T&M, FFP)
  • Compliance & Audit Support
    • Ensure all project accounting processes adhere to FAR, DFARS, and CAS requirements
    • Support DCAA/DCMA audits, providing required documentation and explanations
    • Review cost allowability, allocability, and reasonableness in accordance with federal cost principles
  • Process Improvement & Advisory
    • Identify gaps and recommend enhancements to project accounting workflows and controls
    • Provide training and guidance to finance and project teams on compliance and project cost management best practices
    • Assist with ERP optimization for project accounting and government reporting

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of project accounting experience
  • Solid knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA requirements
  • Proficiency with government contractor ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint)
  • Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:
  • CPA, CMA, or CGFM certification
  • 5+ years of project accounting experience in a government contracting environment
  • Experience in multiple contract types (CP, T&M, FFP)
  • Consulting experience in project accounting or government contracting finance

Core Competencies
  • Regulatory Compliance - Ability to apply FAR/CAS requirements to daily accounting functions
  • Analytical Skills - Skilled in financial analysis, EACs, and variance analysis
  • Attention to Detail - High accuracy in coding, reporting, and reconciliations
  • Collaboration - Works effectively with program, contracts, and procurement teams
  • Problem-Solving - Identifies accounting issues quickly and implements practical solutions

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $72,800 - $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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