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Government Contracts Administrator

About the Role: eSkillz is looking for a Government Contracts Administrator to enhance our ... Collaborate with Accounting to validate SEWP fees and authorize payment * Routinely meet with SEWP ...

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Director of Government Contract

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

Director of Government Contracts (Hybrid) The Director of Government Contracts will oversee the ... Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, CPA/MBA a plus, * Seven years relevant billing, budget ...

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Director of Government Contract

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

Director of Government Contracts (Hybrid) The Director of Government Contracts will oversee the ... Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, CPA/MBA a plus, * Seven years relevant billing, budget ...

voagny

Director of Government Contract

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

Director of Government Contracts (Hybrid) The Director of Government Contracts will oversee the ... Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, CPA/MBA a plus, * Seven years relevant billing, budget ...

voagny

Director of Government Contract

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

Director of Government Contracts (Hybrid) The Director of Government Contracts will oversee the ... Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, CPA/MBA a plus, * Seven years relevant billing, budget ...

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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.

What does a Government Contracts Accountant do?

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.

What are some typical challenges faced by a Government Contracts Accountant?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Government Contracts Accountant?

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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Infographic showing various Government Contracts Accountant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,919 per year, or $32.7 per hour.

Government Contracts Administrator

TerraFirma, Inc

Austin, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

At TerraFirma, we're redefining how the world moves earth for construction. Founded by former SpaceX engineers and backed by Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is automating construction to make it faster, cheaper, and safer.
Our Story & Mission
At SpaceX, we were part of the teams that built the largest rocket in human history, launched the largest constellation of satellites ever made, and delivered connectivity to millions of people worldwide. What we learned was simple: infrastructure is everything.
At Starbase, the biggest barrier to launching missions to Mars was not building the rocket. It was how slow, expensive, and complex it was to build the infrastructure around it. We lacked buildings, roads, water, power, communications, and waste management, and constructing them took far more time and resources than it should have.
From a first-principles perspective, that doesn't make sense. It shouldn't be this hard or costly to create the foundations for progress. That's when we realized something important: the same engineering mindset that enabled us to tackle space exploration and mass manufacturing could be applied to infrastructure. By bringing the principles of simplification, iteration, acceleration, and automation to construction, we can unlock a new era in how the world builds.
Accelerating infrastructure unlocks progress across every domain, creating a self-sustaining engine for tackling humanity's toughest challenges. The innovations we develop on Earth will lay the groundwork for the technologies that one day make settlement on Mars possible.
Job Overview
Support a major U.S. Government program delivering remote-controlled heavy equipment for disaster response and recovery worldwide. You will keep the contract running smoothly by owning invoicing, compliance documentation, and government-required reports and deliverables. Your work helps ensure critical equipment can be deployed and sustained when and where it is needed most. You will work closely with the Program Director and coordinate with accounting and legal partners to ensure everything is accurate, complete, and delivered on time.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare and submit contract invoices on the required schedule, including supporting documents and follow-ups through payment
  • Track expenses and organize receipts and documentation needed for reimbursement and audits, including costs related to field deployment and response readiness
  • Coordinate government-required reports and deliverables by gathering inputs, assembling submissions, and tracking due dates and approvals, supporting time-sensitive disaster relief milestones
  • Work with external accountants and attorneys on billing structure, compliance questions, and contract administration needs
  • Maintain clean, audit-ready contract records, including submission logs, supporting documentation, and government feedback tracking
  • Build templates, trackers, and checklists that make invoicing, compliance, and deliverables simple and repeatable, especially for rapid-response operations

Qualifications & Requirements
  • 2+ years of experience in operations, coordination, finance or administration, or contracts work (government contract experience is a plus)
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with comfort owning deadlines and document-heavy workflows
  • Strong spreadsheet skills (Excel or Google Sheets) and ability to reconcile data across sources
  • Able to learn invoice and documentation requirements quickly and apply them consistently
  • Interest in supporting disaster relief, recovery, and mission-driven operations
  • Austin, TX (on-site). If not currently in Austin, relocation is available

Compensation & Benefits
Base compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and the scope of responsibilities for the role. Salaries and leveling will be determined on a case-by-case basis if an offer is extended. This position includes a competitive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and company holidays.

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