Senior Accountant - DCAA/FAR

Galveston, Texas Permanent USD90,000 - USD120,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Project Accountant to manage FAR/DCMA-governed federal contracts in a hands-on capacity. In this role, you will oversee cost accounting, project billing, and reporting, while helping to develop and refine accounting policies and processes. Strong Excel proficiency and experience with FAR/DCMA requirements are essential.
  • Growth & Opportunity
  • Competitive Compensation

About Our Client

Job title: Senior Project Accountant - Federal Contracts (On-site, Galveston, TX)

Job Description

  • Assist business partners, Division Presidents, VP of Accounting and Financial Controller as needed.
  • Assist Senior Accountant and Assistant Controller during month end and year end close.
  • Preparation of journal entries including cash receipts, inter-company transfers, and payroll.
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
  • Reconcile bank statements and report discrepancies to the Financial Controller.
  • Certify expense report processing and reconciliation.
  • Compiling and analyzing financial information to ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses.
  • Prepare documents and support for audits.
  • Maintain internal controls and procedures.
  • Analyze current procedures and recommend changes to develop and implement best practices.
  • Other duties as assigned.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent).
  • Minimum 5 years of related accounting experience supporting project-based or government contracts.
  • Demonstrated experience with FAR/DCMA accounting requirements.
  • Strong cost accounting experience, including indirect allocations and job-costing.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex formulas, data analysis).
  • Must be on-site daily in Galveston, TX.



Preferred

  • Experience with accounting systems.
  • Experience preparing audit schedules and supporting government audits.
  • Proven ability to create and document accounting processes and controls.

What's on Offer

  • Clear career path toward Divisional Controller within a family-owned organization.
  • Opportunity to shape and implement accounting processes and controls.
  • Collaborative local team and strong mentorship.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
Contact
Lizzie Medina
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6864610

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Commercial & Analysis
Industry
Property
Location
Galveston
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lizzie Medina
Job Reference
JN-102025-6864610