Senior Accountant

Position: Senior Accountant Location: Savage, MD Job : 580 # of Openings: 1 Company Description Versa Tech is an ISO-certified provider of innovative technology solutions to the public sector, providing services that include Digital Transformation, IT Infrastructure Support, Cyber Security, Agile Software Development, Audio Visual Solutions, and Healthcare Consulting. Our long record of customer satisfaction and commitment to excellence provides assurance to our clients that we have the talent, management, and innovation necessary to solve their problems and exceed expectations.

Job Description Versa Tech is seeking a strong Senior Accountant with government contracting exposure to support our growing Finance team. This role will focus on core accounting operations, month-end close, project accounting support, and government compliance execution. This is a hands-on individual contributor role ideal for an experienced accountant who thrives in a structured, compliance-driven environment and enjoys partnering cross-functionally to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

This position reports to the VP of Operations and does not initially include direct reports.
Salary: $90,000 to $110,000 depending on experience. Discretionary annual bonus based on performance.
Location: Savage, MD (Hybrid)
Key Responsibilities: Financial Close & Reporting

• Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support timely month-end close.
• Assist with preparation of internal financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Perform variance analysis (Actual vs. Budget/Forecast) with clear explanations.
• Support annual external audit preparation and audit requests.
• Assist with tax reporting and year-end financial package requirements.

Government Contract & Project Accounting

• Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, and DCAA requirements.
• Support revenue recognition across contract types (T&M, CPFF, FFP).
• Partner with Program and Contracts teams to ensure accurate project setup, cost tracking, and billing.
• Monitor indirect rates, cost allocations, and project financial performance.
• Maintain financial documentation for government and commercial contracts.

Government Contract Accounting Support

• Assist in ensuring compliance with FAR, CAS, and DCAA requirements.
• Support revenue recognition across contract types (T&M, CPFF, FFP).
• Maintain job cost ledger accuracy and contract financial documentation.
• Monitor project costs and assist with indirect rate tracking.
• Support documentation preparation for incurred cost submissions if needed.

Project & Operational Accounting

• Partner with Program and Contracts teams to ensure accurate project setup
• Lead billing preparation and contract invoicing support.
• Perform account reconciliations for receivables, payables, and prepaid accounts.
• Support cash reporting and working capital tracking.
• Provide backup support for A/P and A/R functions when needed.
• Provide support to accounting staff as backup when needed.

Sales & Use Tax Compliance

• Assist with multi-state sales and use tax tracking and reconciliations.
• Review vendor invoices for proper tax treatment.
• Support tax filings and documentation retention.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Utilize ERP system (JAMIS preferred) for job cost and reporting accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to improve close efficiency and reduce manual processes.
• Maintain strong documentation and internal control practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a government contracting environment.
• Experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of FAR and basic DCAA compliance requirements.
• Experience with project-based or job cost accounting.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis).
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with JAMIS or other government-focused ERP systems.
• Exposure to indirect rate structures and cost pool allocations.
• Experience supporting external audits.
• Familiarity with percentage-of-completion or WIP reporting.

Find out who we are:  Versa Tech offers an excellent benefits package that includes 401k employer-matching retirement contributions, generous paid time off (3 weeks PTO plus 11 holidays), and ample growth opportunities. Versa Tech, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decision without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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