Staff Accountant - GovCon Experience

Staff Accountant

At Trilogy Innovations, we are committed to driving meaningful change for our customers and communities through smart, innovative technology that solves real problems. As a growing systems and software engineering company, we partner across public and private sectors to modernize enterprise systems, strengthen security, and deliver high value solutions. We are scaling with purpose, investing in our people, processes, and platforms as we expand. We work hard, think creatively, and value every perspective as we push boundaries and build systems that matter.

Trilogy Innovations is seeking a detail-driven Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations in a government contracting environment. This role is responsible for payroll processing, accounts payable, expense reporting, reconciliations, and financial close support. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, proven GovCon experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism. This is a remote position located in AL, DC, MD, and VA. 

• At least 2 years of experience in a government contracting finance or accounting environment


• Hands-on experience with payroll processing, accounts payable, and employee expense reports


• Strong understanding of compliance, documentation, and audit readiness standards


• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and work independently with minimal supervision


• High integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial data


• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues efficiently


• Professional communication skills when coordinating with internal teams and vendors


• Experience with Unanet is a strong plus, and familiarity with ADP or similar payroll systems is highly valued

• Process payroll cycles, audit payroll reports, resolve discrepancies, and coordinate updates related to hires, terminations, and compensation changes


• Review and process assigned vendor invoices and employee expense reports, verify approvals and coding, and reconcile vendor statements


• Assist with payroll tax reporting, documentation, and compliance tracking


• Support audit activities by compiling financial data and preparing reports


• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor cash activity for assigned accounts

• Accuracy and timeliness of assigned accounting deliverables


• Clean reconciliations and well documented financial records


• Responsiveness to internal teams and vendors


• Compliance with GovCon financial standards and internal controls

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field


• Minimum 2 years’ accounting experience


• At least 2 years’ experience in government contracting environment


• Demonstrated experience with payroll, accounts payable, and expense processing


• Strong understanding of GAAP principles


• Advanced Excel proficiency


• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills


• Ability to manage deadlines and work independently

• Experience with Unanet strongly preferred


• Experience with ADP or similar payroll platforms


• Prior exposure to DCAA compliant accounting practices


• Experience supporting audits or contract financial reporting

• Competitive salary based on experience


• 401k with company match


• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• Life and disability insurance


• Health Savings Account


• Professional development programs


• Employee referral bonus program

At Trilogy Innovations, we believe strong teams build meaningful solutions. We deliver high quality systems and software engineering services across public and private sectors, supporting complex and mission critical environments with integrity, collaboration, and care.

Since 2010, our talented team has partnered with organizations such as the FBI, U.S. Air Force, NASA, Department of Education, Department of Energy, DHS, SOCOM, and leading private sector clients. We are known for combining technical excellence with a thoughtful, people first approach.

At Trilogy, you will work alongside smart, committed professionals in a supportive, learning oriented environment. We value innovation, accountability, and continuous growth, and we encourage our people to bring both expertise and humanity to the work they do.

If you are looking to contribute to impactful work while growing your skills in a collaborative and forward-thinking organization, Trilogy Innovations is a place where you can do just that.

Trilogy Innovations, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.