Accounting and Project Control Specialist

Job Description

Empower, Innovate, Impact! At Team A-TEK, we EMPOWER people to drive INNOVATION that IMPACTS mission!

A-TEK operates at the intersection of mission and innovation by applying our deep domain expertise across the federal markets. Embracing our digital-first strategy, A-TEK provides enhanced capabilities in application development, digital transformation, enterprise IT, and scientific services. Our solutions are designed to modernize, automate, secure, protect, and enhance the operations of our federal clients, ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Our work is fueled by a passion to serve our clients' needs and to protect the safety and welfare of Americans. That passion shapes how we nurture our most valuable asset – Our Employees. A-TEK actively cultivates the talent that drives our success and fosters a creative, challenging, and mission-driven work environment for current and future employees.

Job Posting – Accounting & Project Control Specialist

About the Role

Join our small, collaborative Finance team as an Accounting & Project Control Specialist. In this role, you'll support both corporate and program-level financial operations — including general accounting, project budgeting and forecasting, contract billing, and cost tracking — in a government contracting environment using Deltek Costpoint.

Because we operate as a lean team, this position also includes a variety of ad hoc and cross-functional tasks, making flexibility, initiative, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills essential. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple functional areas and contribute directly to process improvement, compliance, and financial accuracy company wide.

This is a hybrid role with occasional travel to our McLean, VA corporate headquarters. Please note that this role requires a basic proficiency level using the Deltek Costpoint Budgeting and Planning Module.

Key Responsibilities

Perform daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and reconciliations.

Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reporting.

Assist with budget development, forecasting, and variance analysis across multiple projects and cost centers.

Manage and monitor project setup, billing, and revenue recognition in Deltek Costpoint, ensuring contract alignment and compliance with FAR/DFARS.

Track and analyze project costs, funding, and indirect rate applications, providing insights to the CFO and program managers.

Prepare and distribute monthly financial and project performance reports to leadership.

Support audit preparation (DCAA, external, and internal) through data validation and documentation.

Maintain accurate and organized financial records and supporting documentation.

Collaborate with Contracts, HR, and Operations to ensure consistent and accurate data across all systems.

Handle a wide variety of ad hoc financial analyses, process improvements, and administrative support tasks as needed in a small, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

4–6 years of accounting or project control experience, preferably in a government contracting environment.

Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint, (Costpoint Budget and Planning modules) and Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, lookups).

Strong understanding of GAAP and FAR/DFARS

Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

High attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Flexible, resourceful, and comfortable performing diverse and ad hoc tasks in a small-team setting.

Work Environment

Reports to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Full-time position; remote or hybrid work options available depending on experience and location.

Small, collaborative team environment with broad exposure to company operations.

Occasional extended hours during closing, audits, or proposal cycles.

Compensation

Salary Range: $80,000 – $90,000 per year (commensurate with experience).

Comprehensive benefits package offered.

A-TEK, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected Veteran status. Verification of education may be requested before or during the hiring process.

Full-time

Hybrid remote