Tiello · 6 days ago
Senior Accountant (Government/Naval Contracts)
Portsmouth, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $135K/yr
7+ years expTiello is a premier Naval and Commercial Prime Contractor seeking a Senior Accountant to support financial operations. The role focuses on government contracting, job cost accounting, and regulatory compliance, ensuring accurate financial reporting and cost control.
ConstructionIndustrialRecruiting
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Caroline Ivester Childs
Responsibilities
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Manage job cost accounting for ship repair, new construction, and industrial projects
Track project costs, labor, materials, overhead, and WIP; analyze variances and provide actionable insights
Support government contract accounting requirements (cost-plus, T&M, fixed-price contracts)
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, DCAA, and other applicable federal regulations
Assist with indirect rate calculations, overhead allocations, and cost pools
Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including inventory, AP/AR, accrued expenses, and fixed assets
Support internal and external audits, including DCAA audits
Assist with billing (progress billings, milestone billings, and government invoicing)
Collaborate with project managers to monitor budgets, forecasts, and contract performance
Improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
7+ years of accounting experience, preferably within shipyard, maritime, defense, or heavy industrial contracting
Strong knowledge of job cost accounting and project-based financials
Must be Proficient in ERP/accounting systems, specifically Costpoint
Advanced Excel skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S
Preferred
Experience with government contracting and compliance requirements (FAR/DFARS preferred)
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision
401K + Company Match
Bonus Structure
Company
Tiello
Tiello is a construction recruitment firm.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Simon Doherty
Founder | Managing Partner
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