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Applied IntuitionApplied IntuitionSunnyvale, CA

Senior Accountant, Project & Cost Accounting

Manages end-to-end financials for government and commercial contracts, including cost allocation, T&M billing, FAR/CAS compliance, and NetSuite project setup. Requires 5+ years cost accounting experience, proficiency in NetSuite/Excel, and bachelor's in Accounting/Finance.

111k – 136k/yr
On-site5+ YOEFinance & Accounting

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Set up and maintain projects in NetSuite, including budgets, funding ceilings, contract line items (CLINs), and work breakdown structures (WBS)
  • Track and reconcile project-level costs; prepare monthly variance analyses against approved budgets and contract funding
  • Support project closeout activities including final billing, revenue true-up, and balance sheet reconciliation
  • Prepare monthly project financial reports for program managers and finance leadership
  • Allocate direct and indirect costs to contracts in compliance with FAR Part 31 cost principles and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
  • Maintain and update indirect rate structures including fringe, overhead, G&A, and fee pools; support forward pricing rate proposals (FPRPs)
  • Validate labor distributions against timesheets and payroll records to ensure accurate cost capture across programs
  • Support government contract compliance and audits, including incurred cost submissions and DCAA audit activities
  • Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, DFARS, and agency requirements, including preparation and submission of required government financial reports

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of progressive cost accounting experience
  • Demonstrated experience with T&M contract billing, cost-reimbursable contracts, and incurred cost submissions
  • Proficiency with NetSuite and Excel required
  • Strong analytical and data aggregation skills, with a high level of attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Contracts, and Program Management teams
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities across a portfolio of contracts in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Nice to Have

  • At least 3 years in government contract accounting (FAR/CAS/DCAA compliance)
  • Active CPA license or CPA eligibility

Compensation

Base salary range: $110,700 - $135,897 USD annually (plus equity, benefits)

Skills

NetSuiteExcelFar ComplianceCas ComplianceDcaa ComplianceT&M BillingCost AccountingGovernment ContractsProject AccountingIndirect Rate Calculations

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