[Remote] Project Setup Accountant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and results-oriented Project Setup Accountant. This role is responsible for the end-to-end setup, maintenance, and governance of government contracts and projects within Deltek Costpoint, ensuring compliance with various accounting standards and serving as a liaison across multiple departments.ResponsibilitiesSetup and maintenance of complex government contracts in Deltek Costpoint, including multi-CLIN/SLIN contracts, task orders, IDIQs, and contract modificationsConfigure projects, subprojects, and task orders with appropriate revenue formulas, billing formulas, rate structures, ceilings, and periods of performanceEstablish and maintain contract records in Costpoint Contract Management, including funding, ceilings, fee structures, and billing termsDesign and maintain compliant project charge trees, account groups, organizations, and labor category mappingsServe as a reviewer for government contracts, amendments, and funding actionsInterpret contract terms and translate them into compliant Costpoint configurations for Cost-Plus, T&M, FFP, and IDIQ contractsIdentify financial, compliance, and setup risks and proactively recommend solutionsEnsure all project and contract setups comply with GAAP, FAR, DFARS, CAS, and company accounting policiesEnforce cost allowability and allocability through proper Costpoint configuration and internal controlsServe as a accounting contact during external financial and DCAA audits and other government reviews related to project setup and billingAct as advisor to Contracts, Billing, Program Management, and Finance leadershipAssist with developing, documenting, and improving standard operating procedures (SOPs) for project setup in CostpointIdentify opportunities for process improvements, system enhancements, and automationEstablish billing and revenue setup to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with contract termsMonitor funding, ceilings, and period-of-performance controls and escalate potential issues to leadershipSupport complex billing scenarios, revenue recognition, and project closeoutsProvide support for month-end and year-end close related to project accountingAssist with indirect rate calculations, revenue recognition analysis, and complex project-related journal entriesProvide project setup data and insights to support financial reporting, forecasting, and management decision-makingSkillsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required3 - 5+ years of accounting experience in a government contracting environmentAdvanced, hands-on expertise with Deltek Costpoint project and contract setupStrong experience with government contract types (CPFF, T&M, FFP, IDIQ)In-depth knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)High proficiency in Deltek Costpoint (Project Setup, Contract Management, Billing, GL, and related modules)Advanced Excel skillsExperience with process documentation and internal control designExceptional attention to detail and strong compliance mindsetAbility to interpret complex contracts and assess accounting and compliance riskStrong teamwork and communication skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple complex setups simultaneouslyStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsExperience in a mid-size to large government contractor environmentPrior experience leading or training project setup/accounting teamsCompany OverviewAstrion is a provider of mission support and advanced engineering services. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://astrion.us.