Project Accountant (Hybrid - Rockville) with Security Clearance

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Job description

SUMMARY The Project Accountant reports to the CFO and is a key member of the accounting department that will collaborate with project controls, contracts and proposals in meeting MELE's goals. Responsible for the project module, the Project Accountant will review contract awards to determine the project and project labor structure and setup for entry and will maintain the system as needed. They will provide project financial analysis and oversight of the project budgeting process. Supporting the accounting department with adjusting journal entries, revenue recognition, reconciliations, cross-training for transactional backup support and compliance filings will be key. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Project, Project Labor (PLC) setup and maintenance in Costpoint
Review and understand contract awards and modifications for accounting execution and entry
Project analysis, monitoring, and reporting across Senior Staff
Project liaison between accounting, project controls, contracts, and proposals
Project budgeting entry, oversight and costing support
GSA IFF, DCAA ICC and Forward Pricing and other compliance filings
Project Based Commission Calculations and Reporting
Assist in researching and resolving Costpoint system issues or improvements
Assist in preparing final monthly financial packages and analysis for CFO
Backup support for labor distribution and billing MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS BA/BS Degree in Accounting or related field
Minimum 4 years cost accounting experience
Working Knowledge of GAAP
Deltek Costpoint (Project Module) or similar project-based ERP experience
Understanding of contract types as it relates to billing and revenue
Intermediate Excel Skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Relevant government contracting experience
Hands-on financial statement preparation and analysis
Advanced Excel Skills
Professional communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus
Self starter that requires minimal supervision BENEFITS Hybrid remote/office work environment
Employer Paid Employee Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Low Cost Family Health Care offered
Federal Holidays and 3 weeks vacation
401k with Employer Match
Cross-training opportunities
About MELE Associates, Inc. With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran-owned (VOSB), minority-owned small business that has been empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE's services include national security and intelligence, law enforcement and emergency management training, technical, analytical and program management support, facility management and engineering, chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRNE) defense and security, and IT/cybersecurity. MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.

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