BPO Senior – Government Contracting Accounting

Citrin Cooperman offers a dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth, collaboration, and technical excellence. We are continuously seeking talented professionals who bring strong problem-solving skills, deep accounting expertise, and experience supporting complex organizations. Our collaborative and innovative teams are committed to supporting your professional development while offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the flexibility to balance personal and professional priorities.

We are seeking a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Senior – Government Contracting to join our Advisory Department. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with hands-on experience supporting government contractors, including FAR-compliant accounting, job cost accounting, and Unanet ERP.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and execute assigned BPO engagements for government contracting clients
• Develop a thorough understanding of client operations, contract types (cost-plus, T&M, fixed price), and compliance requirements
• Prepare and review workpapers for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with FAR and CAS requirements
• Review and analyze monthly and year-end financial statements, including required disclosures
• Perform detailed job cost accounting, including review of direct and indirect costs, labor distribution, and contract profitability
• Analyze balance sheet accounts and prepare timely account reconciliations
• Perform daily and periodic accounting activities, including cash postings and bank reconciliations
• Assist with indirect rate structures, cost pools, and allocation methodologies
• Support DCAA audits, incurred cost submissions, and compliance-related requests
• Conduct periodic internal audits to ensure compliance with internal controls and government contracting regulations
• Research and resolve accounting and compliance issues
• Interact with client management to recommend accounting, compliance, and process improvements
• Mentor and train staff and contribute to professional development

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (preferred)
• 2–4 years of progressive accounting experience in government contracting accounting, outsourced accounting or public accounting
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR); CAS experience preferred
• Hands-on experience with job cost accounting and project-based financial reporting
• Experience using Unanet ERP (GovCon) and QuickBooks,
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong time management, project management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and dependable

Salary : $70,000 - $125,000