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Government Contract Accountant

SciTec
Princeton, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 10/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/7/2026

SciTec, a Firefly Aerospace Company, is a dynamic leader in delivering advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities in support of National Security and Defense, and we are growing our creative team! We support customers throughout the Department of Defense and U.S. Government in building innovative new tools to deliver unique world-class data exploitation capabilities.

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

SciTec has an immediate opportunity for a talented Government Contract Accountant.

Responsibilities

  • Review and set up of federal government contracts into Deltek Costpoint contracts & accounting software system
  • Billing and reporting of Cost Reimbursable, Fixed Price and T&M federal government contracts
  • Monitoring of contract performance
  • Preparation of government compliance support schedules
  • General ledger and job cost ledger reconciliations
  • Support annual Incurred Cost and Provisional Billing Rate submissions
  • Support audit activities with the customer, DCAA, and/or DCMA
  • Implement automation of accounting operations
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance with accounting courses
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • 1-3 years of progressive experience with federal government contract accounting including indirect rate analysis
  • Experience billing Cost Reimbursable, Fixed Price and T&M payments in a government contracting environment
  • Working knowledge and understanding of the FAR, DFAR and CAS guidelines/procedures
  • Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principals
  • Expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office software
  • Strong ability to multi-task and work under pressure
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
  • Detail oriented
  • Good verbal and written communication skills

Candidates who have the following skills will be preferred

  • Experience using Deltek Costpoint or similar Gov/Con specific software

*Resumes, Cover Letters, and Applications which are generated by AI will not be considered for employment.

SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

  • 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
  • 100% company paid HSA medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
  • 80% company paid dental insurance
  • 100% company paid vision insurance
  • 100% company paid life insurance
  • 100% company paid long-term disability insurance
  • 100% company paid hospital indemnity insurance
  • Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Annual profit-sharing plan
  • Discretionary performance bonus
  • Paid parental leave
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including holidays, vacation, and sick pay
  • Flexible work hours

The pay range for this position is $77,000 - $103,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Vet/Disabled.

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Salary : $77,000 - $103,000

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