MO · 1 week ago
Staff Accountant
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$75K/yr - $95K/yr
3+ years expMO is a company that helps government leaders shape the future through scalable, human-centered solutions. They are seeking a Staff Accountant with Government Contracting experience to manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts receivable and payable, financial reporting, and compliance activities as the company scales.
ConsultingGovernmentProduct DesignProduct ManagementTest and MeasurementTraining
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Core Accounting Operations
Own Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable end-to-end, including invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and reconciliations
Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accurate classification and documentation of all transactions
Execute month-end close activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis
Ensure timely, accurate billing and revenue recognition aligned with contract terms and funding
Government Contracting Accounting & Compliance
Support accounting operations in compliance with GAAP, FAR, CAS, and DCAA expectations
Track and support indirect cost pools and allocations in partnership with the CFO
Assist with audit readiness, including preparation of schedules, documentation, and support for external CPA or government reviews
Support compliance activities related to contract accounting, cost allowability, and billing structures
Assist with incurred cost, provisional rate, or pricing-related support activities as needed
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Prepare recurring internal financial reports and dashboards for leadership
Perform variance analysis against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods
Support ad-hoc financial analysis to inform decision-making
Process Improvement & Controls
Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, controls, and documentation
Assist in developing and maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and SOPs
Support accounting system enhancements, automation, and reporting improvements (e.g., Unanet, reporting tools)
Growth & Leadership Path
Build the skills, judgment, and systems required to take on increased responsibility over time
Prepare to evolve into a Senior Accountant / Assistant Controller / Controller role as MO grows
Serve as a trusted partner to the CFO and leadership team on financial discipline and scalability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
3-7+ years of progressive accounting experience
Hands-on experience owning AR/AP and general ledger accounting
Working knowledge of GAAP and government cost accounting principles
Experience supporting audits or external financial reviews
Preferred
Government contracting experience in a small or mid-sized business strongly preferred
Experience with GovCon accounting systems—Unanet preferred
Familiarity with FAR/CAS cost allowability and indirect rate structures
Exposure to multiple contract types (FFP, T&M, IDIQ, GSA MAS, TOs)
CPA or CPA-track (nice to have, not required)
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
401(k) with company match
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company-sponsored short- and long-term disability, plus life insurance
Company-sponsored parental leave
Company
MO
At MO, we help government agencies deliver their mission faster, better, and with greater trust.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase