Accountant (Federal Contracting)

Join DCG at an exciting juncture as we expand our team to accommodate our company's ongoing growth! As we forge ahead, the successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to shape and contribute to our financial operations in a brand-new role. 

Reporting directly to the CFO, the Senior Accountant will play a vital role in collaborating closely with the Operations team to oversee and support all facets of DCG's financial operations. This includes but is not limited to, ensuring compliance with full-cycle government contract accounting standards. We seek a candidate with recent and prior experience in this specialized area, as well as a solid understanding of GAAP and familiarity with various federal contract types.

If you are ready to contribute to our expanding team and play a pivotal role in shaping our financial landscape, we encourage you to apply. Come be a part of our journey as we continue to drive innovation and excellence in our industry!

Duties associated with this role may include, but are not limited to:

• Extensive use of QuickBooks, Nexonia timekeeping, and Excel in a DCAA compliant environment for all functions within the finance department.
• Setting up projects and employees in all systems and assigning the appropriate CLINS/LCATS, hours, and rates to each employee using cost and pricing data from contracts and detailed price proposals.
• Aid in creating and submitting contract invoices into Wide Area Workflow and all other government submission platforms and monitor A/R reports weekly to ensure timely payment.  Collections efforts as needed.
• Validate and enter A/P for various contracts, task orders, and general operations of the company.
• Support bi-monthly payroll process to include employee reimbursements, compensation and benefits changes, bonus payments, tracking and updating PTO balances, and more. 
• Assist with monthly closing of the books to include reconciliation of all accounts (bank, payroll, credit cards, etc.), amortization of prepaid expenses, depreciation of fixed assets, posting all revenue and expenses, and other related as directed.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to include balance sheet, income statement, profit & loss by contract, and various others.
• Provide support for quarterly, annual, and periodic audit requirements.
• Support RFP and contract process to include assistance with pricing proposals, careful review and interpretation of contracts, and maintaining proper documentation, agreements, and insurance policies on record for subcontractors.
• Assist with end of year tax documentation to include issuance of 1099 and W2 reports among other tasks as assigned.
• Support special projects as requested.

Location: At DCG, many of our team members including this role are remote. With over 100 employees based in 28 states (and counting!), DCG is committed to hiring talented employees across the United States. The selected candidate will work during DCG’s core Eastern Standard Time business hours. 

Required Experience 

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• 5-8 years of experience in full cycle accounting with at least 4 in government contract accounting
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and Clearable
• Recent and prior work experience in full-cycle government contract accounting
• Comprehensive understanding of GAAP as well as the various federal contract types
• Extreme attention to detail, a positive and flexible attitude, and the ability to collaborate across a variety of departments 

What’s in it for you? 

DCG prides itself on having a unique and flexible culture. We value hard-working, self-motivated, and dedicated employees and are committed to providing an opportunity for tremendous career growth and earning potential. 

Company Culture

• DCG Life Medium Blog: https://medium.com/dcg-life
• DCG Life Instagram: @dcglife

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include the following: 

• Market competitive pay.
• A variety of rich healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as group life insurance. DCG pays for 60% of health insurance premiums pre-tax. 
• 401(k) retirement with 4% corporate match and immediate vesting upon enrollment.
• Annual monetary supplement toward mental and physical wellbeing, and pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 100% Paid Family Bonding for all new parents (including adoption), short-term, and long-term disability. Family planning benefit towards fertility planning and treatment, adoption, and surrogacy.
• Generous paid time off including 11 paid federal holidays annually.
• DCG offers a wide variety of growth and development opportunities such as: internal learning & development programs and professional development for those seeking to further their professional growth.
• Check out our blog that highlights the benefits we offer to our employees and their families; dive in further to the blog to get a better sense of DCG company culture!

About us: 

DCG Communications (DCG) is a specialized communications consultancy focused on developing influential communications programs to help clients build their brands and enhance their reputations. We work with the federal government and currently support several long-term projects with the following agencies: Departments of Veterans Affairs, Defense, State, Transportation, Homeland Security, Housing & Urban Development, Small Business Administration, and more.

DCG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.