[Remote] Senior Government Contract Accountant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TerraPower is hiring a Senior Government Contract Accountant to review billable charges and support accounts receivable in compliance with federal contract requirements. The role supports government invoicing, collections, month-end close, financial reporting, and audits.

Responsibilities

• Review internal travel expense reports in Concur to ensure compliance with FAR regulations and company travel policies
• Review Accounts Payable invoices for accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with contractual requirements
• Review travel expenses submitted by subrecipients to ensure compliance with FAR and applicable travel policies
• Ensure proper GL, department, and project/billable coding for all expenses
• Extract, review, and compile supporting documentation (e.g., travel receipts, subcontractor invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports) required to support government invoices
• Assist in the preparation, validation, and issuance of government invoices in accordance with contract terms and FAR compliance requirements
• Identify and flag unallowable costs in accordance with government regulations and contractual terms
• Monitor Accounts Receivable aging and ensure collections remain current
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve billing discrepancies and payment issues
• Support month-end close activities, including general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and journal entry preparation/posting
• Assist with monthly and quarterly internal and external financial reporting
• Contribute to the development and improvement of policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency
• Perform moderately complex accounting analysis, categorize financial data for reporting, and ensure documentation is audit ready
• Apply knowledge of government accounting policies and procedures when responding to written and verbal inquiries from stakeholders
• Support internal and external audits, including preparation and review of documentation related to allowable and unallowable costs

Skills

• BS. degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant business experience
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in an accounting or finance environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to additional financial and accounting systems (e.g., Concur, Oracle)
• Experience with Concur is a must
• Knowledge of direct and indirect costs, including the identification of allowable and unallowable expenses, particularly related to travel compliance
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a strong commitment to accuracy
• Demonstrate ownership and accountability, with the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Ability to quickly learn new information, systems, and technologies
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with operations teams and non-accounting stakeholders while managing complex accounting, project, and organizational codes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, analyze, and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, plan work activities, and manage deadlines effectively
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional, multidisciplinary environment
• High level of integrity, trust, and professionalism, with a commitment to open communication, mutual respect, and fostering a collaborative team culture
• Oracle is preferred
• Working knowledge of government grants and/or government contracts is preferred
• Public company experience and familiarity with related accounting processes are strongly preferred

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life and Disability, and Gender Affirmation Benefits
• Parental Leave
• 401k Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): 21 days of annually accrued PTO
• Generous Holiday Schedule: 10 paid holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

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