Cost Accountant

Excyl, Inc.

Cost Accountant ensuring the integrity of federal grant expenditures for diverse organizations. Collaborating on cost allocation and compliance with federal regulations.

Posted 7/10/2026contractRemote • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure the integrity of federal grant expenditures by evaluating cost allocation methodologies.
Validate financial data and ensure compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 and client requirements.
Review and analyze Cost Allocation Plans (CAPs) and Indirect Cost Rate Proposals (IDCRPs).
Reconcile cost data with financial statements, budgets, and supporting records.
Support preparation of financial reports, findings, and recommendations.
Maintain accurate spreadsheets, tracking tools, and financial records.
Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders (including grant recipients).

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
7+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or grants management.
Hands-on experience with direct and indirect cost allocation.
Federal Government experience is mandatory.
Understanding of federal grant regulations (2 CFR Part 200).
Knowledge of GAAP and basic cost accounting principles.
Strong Excel, this includes pivot tables, lookups, data validation, and error‑checking, and data analysis skills.
Experience with financial systems (UFMS, PMS, GrantSolutions, or similar).

Benefits

Comp & perks

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Cost Allocation PlansIndirect Cost Rate ProposalsGAAP KnowledgeBasic Cost Accounting PrinciplesFinancial Reporting

Soft Skills

CollaborationAnalytical Thinking