Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Frazier & Deeter is a rapidly growing Top 50 accounting & advisory firm that has been repeatedly named a Best Firm to Work For. The Government Contracting Accounting Manager will play a critical leadership role supporting government contracting clients with complex, compliance-driven accounting needs while leading client relationships and overseeing full-cycle accounting operations.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and support clients in maintaining government contract-compliant accounting, including managing staff responsible for transaction entry, financial cleanup, and preparing invoices for various contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF)
- Review financial statements and indirect cost rate calculations for government contractor clients
- Guide clients in resolving accounting challenges related to government contracts, including cost allowability, allocability, and compliance with government regulations
- Provide strategic advisory services to optimize financial performance, improve reporting, and ensure adherence to industry’s best practices
- Stay updated on government contracting regulations, accounting standards, and compliance requirements to proactively advise clients
- Lead and mentor junior accountants, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment
- Ensure high-quality deliverables within deadlines while exceeding client expectations
- Develop and prepare annual forward pricing budgets to support financial planning and government contract compliance
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Demonstrated experience in public accounting, consulting, or outsourced accounting environments
- 5+ years of experience in government contracting
- In-depth knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
- Expertise in preparing the Incurred Cost Submission
- Experience with government contract accounting software (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Unanet)
- Experience in leading a team and owning client relationships
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
- Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, to collaborate with clients and internal teams
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