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Government Contracts Manager

Torrance, CA · On-site

Prepare and conduct training on various government contracting topics . * Develop process ... S. Governments Costs Accounting standards (CAS) * Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM ...

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Government Contracts Manager

Torrance, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

S. Governments Costs Accounting standards (CAS) * Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM ... The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $140,000 The Government Contracts Manager will ...

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Senior Accountant, Government Grant Billing

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$81K - $102K/yr

Reporting to the Director, Government Contracts, the Senior Accountant, Government Grant Billing manages the fiscal activities of a portfolio of government contracts and provides accurate and timely ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for government contracts accountant in the United States is $67,919.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $75,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Government Contracts Accountant manages the financial aspects of government contracts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations like FAR and CAS. They handle budgeting, cost analysis, reporting, and audits to maintain contract integrity. Their role includes tracking allowable costs, preparing financial statements, and working closely with auditors and government agencies.

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Government Contracts Accountants often encounter challenges such as navigating complex regulatory requirements, ensuring strict compliance with government standards, and managing tight reporting deadlines. They must interpret and apply evolving federal acquisition regulations while juggling multiple projects and audits. This role requires frequent collaboration with project managers, auditors, and other finance professionals to maintain accuracy and transparency in contract accounting. Staying organized and up-to-date on changes in government policies helps professionals in this role succeed and minimize risks to their organization.

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To thrive as a Government Contracts Accountant, you need a thorough understanding of accounting principles, federal acquisition regulations (FAR), and experience working with government contracts, typically backed by a relevant degree and sometimes a CPA certification. Familiarity with contract management systems, ERP software (like Deltek Costpoint), and government compliance tools is common in the role. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this position. These skills are crucial to ensure compliance, manage complex contract requirements, and maintain accurate financial records in a highly regulated environment.

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Government Contract CPA

The Baptiste Group LLC

Mcdonough, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Position Summary

The Government Contract CPA is responsible for providing accounting, financial analysis, compliance, and financial reporting support for government-funded contracts and organizational operations. This position supports accurate financial records, contract budgeting, cost tracking, reporting, audit readiness, and compliance with applicable accounting and government contract requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain accurate and complete financial records for government contracts and related organizational activities

Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, management reports, reconciliations, and contract-related financial schedules

Monitor contract funding, budgets, expenditures, obligations, and available balances

Apply accounting principles and government contract requirements to financial transactions and cost classifications

Prepare and review invoices, billing documentation, financial reports, and supporting schedules

Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies, unusual transactions, and financial variances

Support the development, monitoring, and maintenance of contract budgets, forecasts, and financial plans

Assist with internal and external audits by maintaining organized, traceable, and audit-ready documentation

Evaluate financial processes and internal controls and recommend improvements

Review direct and indirect costs and assist with appropriate cost allocation and supporting documentation

Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations

Analyze financial data and communicate significant findings, trends, and variances to leadership

Collaborate with program, operations, contracts, procurement, and administrative personnel on financial matters

Maintain confidentiality of financial, contractual, employee, client, and organizational information

Stay current on applicable accounting standards and government contract requirements

Perform other accounting, financial management, and contract-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; master's degree preferred

Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license

Minimum two (2) years of progressive accounting experience; government contracting experience preferred

Strong knowledge of financial accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and internal controls

Experience analyzing financial information and identifying discrepancies, trends, and compliance concerns

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational, analytical, and multitasking abilities

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting federal, state, or other government contracts

Knowledge of government contract accounting, cost principles, audit preparation, or contract financial management

Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, or comparable accounting systems

Experience preparing government contract invoices, financial reports, indirect cost calculations, or related schedules

Experience supporting executive leadership

Government contracting, nonprofit, or regulated environment experience

Experience with document management systems

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required

Key Skills

Financial Analysis • Government Contract Compliance • Accounting • Budget Management • Financial Reporting • Audit Readiness • Cost Tracking • Microsoft Office • Excel • Organization • Time Management • Confidentiality • Communication

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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