Senior Accountant

NineTwelve is currently seeking an individual to fill a Senior Accountant position for a hybrid role in the Indianapolis, IN area. Potential candidates must have relevant prior federal contract experience, an accounting degree, Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) expertise, be enthusiastic, pay close attention to detail, work well with others, and be self- motivated. Candidate must also be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned by management.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Project Manager on all direct project related financial tasks
• Analyze all direct project costs/fee/revenue data; monitor project budgets and progress; and share results with Program Managers to ensure projects achieve financial expectations
• Review and complete timely and accurate project monthly revenue recognition procedures, in accordance with GAAP and DCAA policies
• Prepare and effectively review project-based forecasting, including Estimate-At-Complete (EAC)/Estimate-To-Complete (ETC) analyses
• Set-up projects with different contract types (Cost-Plus, T&M, and Fixed-Price) including proper billing and revenue terms. Ensure that project set-ups and modifications are entered into accounting system in accordance with internal policies and procedures
• Maintain project information (i.e. contract /funding values, period of performance, line of business, project labor categories, etc.)
• Ensure timely invoice processing. Work with assigned billing specialist; review and approve client invoices; follow up on collections; and analyze and understand unbilled WIP
• Manage project subcontractor invoices, including subcontractor invoice approval; invoice write-up and submission to Accounts Payable; and maintenance of subcontractor financial data for semi-annual subcontractor reporting
• Prepare project work plan / task order budgets as needed
• Maintain project forecasts to assist the project team with effective financial planning
• Prepare and submit project monthly progress reports /other reports as required
• Interact with other departments, such as Contracts, Pricing, Accounting, Project Management, and Business Unit Leads regarding project related issues
• Maintain open communication with direct management regarding financial results and ensure Project Managers and other senior personnel are aware of risks and opportunities identified during project financial tracking, revenue review, A/R, WIP, etc.
• Review and monitor project funding and expenditures for contract 75% Limitation of Funds notification
• Prepare and provide necessary financial information (i.e., fee retention, final invoice review) and other related financial information/documentation to the closeout department
• Understand organizational policies and procedures necessary to ensure that appropriate decision-making protocols are followed
• Ensure and conduct periodic internal audits to confirm direct billable employees are assigned to appropriate charge codes and timecards are submitted per internal policies

Experience:

• Minimum five years’ lead finance and accounting experience
• Experience with Unanet
• 4 years’ experience in government contracting environment
• Experience with DCAA Cost Accounting Standards
• Comprehensive knowledge of service type cost reimbursable, fixed price and commercial contracts
• Experience maintaining financial records
• CPA License preferred

Knowledge/Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient in Unanet, Accounting Software for Government Contracting
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to use good judgment, diplomacy, maintain confidentiality and to exercise discretion on various operational matters.
• High level of skill in composition, grammatical editing and proofreading are required.
• Must be a motivated, adaptable team player with the ability to exercise initiative and to work well with others.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects necessary.
• Must have strong problem solving and decision-making skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently, requiring minimal supervision.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, Business or related discipline, or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Master’s degree in related field preferred

Compensation:

• Pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Benefits include company sponsored health insurance, 401K and 3 weeks PTO for full-time employees.

Security Clearance Eligibility:

The candidate must be eligible to obtain and hold a security clearance. Candidates must:

• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Not have been dishonorably discharged from the military.
• Not be currently involved in illegal drug use.
• Not have been judged as mentally incompetent or mentally incapacitated by a mental health professional.
• Not had a clearance revoked for security reasons.
• Not be considered a dual citizen, AND are not currently holding a passport from a country other than the U.S.