Outsourced Accounting Associate – Government Contracting

Aprio

Outsourced Accounting Associate supporting government contracting clients at Aprio, a top 20 CPA firm. Building a foundation in government contract accounting while collaborating with experienced professionals.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $68,000 - $78,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with accounts payable processing, from invoice entry through check runs
Support accounts receivable, including customer invoicing and payment tracking
Assist with job costing for government contracts
Record daily cash activity and deposits
Prepare monthly bank and account reconciliations
Assist with payroll processing, payroll journal entries, and vacation balance updates
Support general ledger maintenance and reconciliations
Assist with month-end close activities
Help prepare financial reports, schedules, and forecasts, as needed
Maintain organized vendor files, accounting records, and supporting documentation
Prepare and update recurring spreadsheets and tracking reports
Research accounting questions and assist with responding to client inquiries
Support timely, accurate deliverables and a positive client experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–4 years of accounting experience (public accounting, outsourced accounting, or industry experience preferred)
Experience working for or with government contractors preferred
Exposure to Unanet, Costpoint, and/or QuickBooks strongly preferred
Foundational understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
Familiarity with government contracting concepts (FAR, indirect rates, job costing) is a plus
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
Clear, professional communication and customer service skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and grow in a client‑facing environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
401k with Profit Sharing
9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
Top rated wellness program
Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

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Hard Skills & Tools

accounts payableaccounts receivablejob costingbank reconciliationspayroll processingfinancial reportingGAAPgeneral ledger accountingMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Word

Soft Skills

organizational skillsattention to detailtime managementcommunication skillscustomer service skillseagerness to learnproblem-solvingclient-facing skills