Description We are offering an opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in Arlington, Virginia. The role involves leading the review and maintenance of cost allocations, managing the indirect cost rate, and providing support for grant/contract billing. The Sr. Accountant will also be responsible for monitoring compliance impacts and providing analysis and reporting on rate performance, risks, and recommendations. Responsibilities • Lead the indirect rate restructure project to analyze potential future-state scenarios, determine cost accounting practice changes, and quantify cost impact to applicable contracts. • Manage the periodic review and updates of cost allocations in the financial systems. • Support the compilation and submission of annual incurred cost proposals and provisional billing rate packages. • Oversee the monthly indirect rate monitoring and intra-year forecasting efforts including rate monitoring, model development/revision, analysis, and variance identification and investigation. • Research regulatory interpretations on issues arising from application of CFR/FAR, federal agency-specific compliance, and other relevant federal/state & local cost accounting guidance. • Respond to ad hoc requests to address control issues on new business processes impacting government compliance and/or indirect rates. • Assist in the monthly billing process for grants/contracts and the periodic final indirect cost rate billing true-ups. • Support the financial reporting requirements for grants/contracts. • Manage and maintain documentation related to the life cycle of grants and contracts. Requirements • Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Senior Accountant role or similar position • Proficient in Account Reconciliation, Balance Sheet Reconciliation, and Bank Reconciliations • Solid understanding of General Ledger maintenance and Journal Entries • Competency in Microsoft Excel is essential for data analysis and financial reporting • Experience with Month End Close procedures is required • Knowledge of Government Grants and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is a plus • Should have excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills are necessary for team collaboration • Must possess a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field • Professional accounting certification, such as CPA, is highly desirable • Must be able to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously • Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with complex financial data is required. Please reach out to Ty Smith via LinkedIn if interested in this Sr. Accountant role. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .