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Side Accountants Jobs in Springfield, VA (NOW HIRING)

Tax Manager - Private Wealth

Washington, DC ยท On-site

$14.75 - $19.25/hr

Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients ... You will work side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a ...

Tax Manager -- NFP (Not for Profit)

Washington, DC ยท On-site

$125K - $164K/yr

Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients ... You will work side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a ...

Tax Manager

Washington, DC ยท On-site

$125K - $164K/yr

Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients ... You will work side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a ...

Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients ... You will work side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a ...

Tax Manager - Flow-Through

Washington, DC ยท On-site

$125K - $164K/yr

Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients ... You will work side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a ...

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How much do side accountants jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for side accountants in Springfield, VA is $71,368.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,900.00 and $82,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Side Accountants vs Bookkeepers?

AspectSide AccountantsBookkeepers
CredentialsOften require accounting certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA)May not require formal certifications
Primary RoleFinancial analysis, tax planning, and strategic adviceRecording financial transactions and maintaining ledgers
Work EnvironmentConsulting firms, accounting firms, or freelanceIn-house or small business settings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by businesses needing expert financial guidanceUsed by small businesses for daily financial record-keeping

Side Accountants typically hold professional certifications and focus on strategic financial tasks, while Bookkeepers handle day-to-day transaction recording. Both roles are essential but serve different functions within financial management.

What cities near Springfield, VA are hiring for Side Accountants jobs? Cities near Springfield, VA with the most Side Accountants job openings:

Senior Consultant, Government Contracting Advisory Services

Highspring

Mclean, VA โ€ข On-site

$88K - $122K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Transform Your Career
We deliver unparalleled opportunities for growth and career advancement. Our dynamic, entrepreneurial culture supports your journey every step of the way.
Embrace new challenges and deliver real value to some of the world's most influential Fortune 100 brands, growth companies transforming their industries, and mid-market firms that need help navigating the defining moments of their lifecycle. Work side by side with business leaders to solve complex client challenges and make a true impact. Love what you do as part of a diverse organization committed to collaboration and continuous learning.
The Team - Government Contracting Advisory Services
Our team is comprised of a powerful mix of seasoned professionals with public accounting experience and business consultants with a deep expertise in government contracting across multiple industries. We take a comprehensive approach to helping clients navigate through the government contracting life cycle by assisting our clients; interpret government contracting regulatory requirements, manage compliance risk, provide advice and assistance to maintain on-going compliance with contract requirements, provide audit support, assist with business system assessments, gap assessments, compliance reviews, perform regulatory research, and other related government contracting activities.
Your Impact
Provide advisory support to government contractors in the following areas:
  • Interpreting regulations related to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
  • Developing compliance-based business systems
    • Assessing and updating policies and procedures documentation
    • Evaluating business processes and recommending improvement initiatives
  • Assisting in the analysis of government allegations of noncompliance
  • Assisting in the preparation of audit finding responses and analysis of cost and financial data
  • Calculating and/or reviewing indirect rates
  • Preparing and reviewing incurred cost submissions
  • Performing budget and cashflow analysis
  • Estimation at completion (EAC) preparation and analysis
  • Performing contract/project setup and closeout procedures and evaluating for issues
  • Establishing credibility as a trusted advisor

Your Experience
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
  • 3+ years of relevant government contracting experience
  • Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) Business Systems and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
  • Experience with supporting risk assessments and executing compliance reviews including unallowable costs reviews, cost proposal reviews, and reviews of audit finding responses
  • Knowledge of indirect rates and cost estimates
  • Experience supporting the design, maintenance, and/or testing of controls related to DFARS business systems
  • Knowledge of Forecast and Budget Modeling (Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Headcount)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of accounting/audit practices, procedures, and reporting standards
  • Flexibility to travel up to 25% or more
  • Because of the unique security requirements for this client portfolio, US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Masters in Accounting, MBA, CPA, CIA.
  • Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint, COGNOS, IBM TM1 (IBM Planning Analytics), Hyperion Smartview/ESS, PeopleSoft, JAMIS, Unanet

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Highspring believes that the following salary range reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure to be between the range below. The individual may also be eligible for a variety of bonus and financial incentives based on individual and company performance.
Base Compensation Range
$88,513-$122,750 USD