Project Accountant

Creative Financial Staffing

Project Accountant
San Antonio, TX | Fortune 500 Federal Services Organization

One of our premier clients, a Fortune 500 leader supporting federal agencies and government programs, is seeking a Project Accountant to join their team in San Antonio, Texas. This role will be responsible for managing the financial administration of government contracts from project setup through closeout, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, company policies, and federal regulations.
Key Responsibilities

Review executed contracts, modifications, task orders, and funding documents to establish projects within the ERP system
Set up new projects, contract structures, billing terms, funding ceilings, revenue recognition methods, and labor categories in accordance with contractual requirements
Monitor contract funding, expenditures, and project performance to ensure compliance with customer and corporate guidelines
Partner with Program Managers and Contracts teams to support project startup, forecasting, and ongoing financial management
Track contract funding and identify potential overruns, funding limitations, or billing issues
Prepare and analyze project financial reports, including budget-to-actual analyses, revenue reporting, and contract status reports
Support monthly project revenue recognition and project close processes
Review project costs for allowability, allocability, and compliance with government contracting regulations
Prepare customer invoices and support the billing process in accordance with contract terms
Process project modifications, funding updates, contract extensions, and project closeouts
Assist with incurred cost submissions, audits, and requests from internal and external stakeholders
Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, DCAA, and company internal control requirements
Collaborate with Accounting, Contracts, Finance, and Program Management teams to resolve project-related financial issues
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to project accounting and contract administration processes

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
2+ years of Project Accounting, Government Contracting, Contract Administration, or related finance experience
Experience supporting cost-plus, time & material, fixed-price, and other government contract types
Understanding of FAR, CAS, DCAA, and federal contracting requirements
Experience with project setup, revenue recognition, contract funding management, or billing processes
Deltek Costpoint experience strongly preferred
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial reporting and data analysis
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple contracts and projects simultaneously
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain any required government clearances or access credentials

Why This Opportunity?

Join a Fortune 500 organization supporting critical federal agency programs
Gain exposure to large-scale government contracts and complex project portfolios
Work closely with Program Management, Contracts, Finance, and Executive Leadership
Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and strong career growth opportunities within a market-leading organization

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