Senior Government Accountant

Post Date

Jul 11, 2025

Location

Springfield,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

22033
US
Sep 10, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Accounting / Finance

Req #

CHS-793928

Pay Rate

$34 - $43 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Senior Government Accountant to join the team sitting out of Fairfax, Va, in support of a SDVOSB client. The accountant will be responsible for the following:

The Senior Financial Accountant will support the current Comptroller with accounting functions including cost, payables, receivables, and reporting to ensure the smooth running of the business from a financial and contract compliance perspective.

We are looking for a knowledgeable and detail-oriented professional who takes the initiative and is a team player.

Preparing financial reports and analyses for external entities and for senior management, including, but not limited to monthly financial statements and annual audits.
Monitoring budgets to ensure compliance with authorized expenditure levels and accuracy of projected revenue for possible overruns and shortfalls of revenue.
Contributing to the development and maintenance of financial reporting, planning, and budgeting systems.
Maintaining an accurate and timely understanding of governmental accounting principles and practices, as well as associated best practices.
Managing financial control mechanisms to monitor project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure adherence to financial goals.
Collaborating with management to identify and assess project risks and implement risk mitigation strategies.
Coordinating with executive management and shareholders to gather financial information, analyze data and general and special reports.
Complying with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements as well as internal Company policies and procedures.
Work with the external tax accountants in the preparation of quarterly estimates and annuals returns,
Providing guidance and support to the Controller regarding financial planning, budget allocation and risk assessment.
Function as the liaison to DCAA and DCMA for financial matters. Prepare the annual provisional indirect rate request and the Incurred Cost Submission (ICS) to DCAA.
Function as liaison to the corporate bank in preparing monthly, semi-annual, and annual reports.
Function as liaison to the corporation insurance broker on non-benefit police.
Assist with proposal pricing.
Protecting operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential.
Collaborating closely with the Controller and payroll department to ensure successful continuity of operations and management of special projects, as assigned.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

Bachelors Degree in related field
5 8 years of progressive experience using accounting applications or fiscal principles and practices.
Experience with government accounting practice and procedures is required.
Experience with Deltek Costpoint is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficient with budgeting and forecasting; ability to analyze and manipulate data and resolve problems.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

CPA or CMA preferred

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.