Description: Arrative is a trusted provider of Managed Accounting Services (MAS) for government contractors, specializing in accounting for government contractors and compliance with DCAA and FAR regulations. As a Unanet Partner, we also implement Unanet as an ERP solution tailored for government contractors.

We are seeking a full-time, Senior Consultant to join our MAS team. This is a fully remote position that involves leading accounting engagements and maintaining financial records within Unanet for our clients. The ideal candidate has a solid background in GAAP and government accounting, excels in managing complex, deadline-driven projects, and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. In this position, the candidate would act as an outsourced Controller for our government contracting clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the main point of contact for your clients.
• Lead all tasks related to recurring accounting activities around payroll, accounts payable, billings/receivables, month-end close and revenue recognition.
• Maintain accurate financial records, including assets, liabilities, equity, revenue, and expenses.
• Review and approve journal entries, ensuring compliance with GAAP, DCAA and FAR regulations.
• Analyze and document proper accounting for unique or non-standard transactions.
• Prepare and/or review client-specific invoices in line with contract requirements.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including journal entries and variance reporting.
• Oversee disbursement processes to ensure compliance with approvals and proper documentation.
• Assist in reviewing contracts and modifications to ensure proper accounting treatment.
• Monitor and manage adjustments and reclassifications of costs to meet GAAP, DCAA and FAR standards.
• Prepare and/or review general ledger reconciliations and aging reports.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Chart of Accounts changes across client accounts.
• Communicate financial insights clearly and concisely to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Handle multiple client projects, ensuring deadlines are met with high-quality outputs.
• Undertake special projects as needed.
• Supervise Staff and Senior Accountants.
• Ensure that recurring support is smooth, division of roles is clear, and timelines are met.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in accounting, ideally within government contracting.
• Proficiency with Unanet, QuickBooks, and WAWF.
• Strong understanding of FAR, DCAA compliance, and Federal Travel Regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and proficiency in other MS Office 365 tools.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Comfortable working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA certification (or progress toward certification) and/or MBA.
• Unanet Partner Certification (or willingness to obtain).

This position requires a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional who can deliver exceptional client service and maintain financial accuracy. At Arrative, we offer the flexibility of remote work along with the opportunity to work on impactful projects for leading government contractors.

Join us in providing top-tier compliance and operational support. Apply today! 

Description: Arrative specializes in providing government contractors with compliance and operational support to include HR, Payroll, Accounting, Contracting, and IT. As a Unanet Partner, we also implement Unanet as the ERP solution for government contractors.

The Senior Accountant position is a full-time, fully remote position. The Senior Accountant position will lead Managed Services Accounting engagements for our clients. Candidates need to have strong backgrounds in GAAP accounting, government accounting, and the ability to manage complex projects within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This position would potentially work with multiple clients at once and would be responsible for maintaining the clients’ accounting records in Unanet.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the integrity of the financial systems and the maintenance of accounts and records in such areas as assets, liabilities, equity, revenue recognition and expenses
• Review and approve journal entries ensuring compliance in accordance with GAAP and DCAA regulations
• Determine proper accounting for unusual or one-off transactions
• Create journal entries, as necessary, for proper revenue recognition and cost adjustments/allocations
• Prepare invoices in accordance with customer requirements
• Oversee and perform month and quarter end close activities, including journal entries and variance explanations
• Ensure financial deadlines are met for month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial closings
• Ensure disbursements are within the approved amount and proper supporting documentation has been provided
• Assist with the review of contracts and contract modifications
• Compile and analyze financial information to ensure adjustments and reclassification of costs are made in accordance with GAAP and DCAA regulations
• Prepare and review general-ledger reconciliations and aging reports
• Oversee and manage Chart of Account changes
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
• Be able to communicate clearly and concisely

Skills:

• Experience with Unanet and QuickBooks software
• Experience with WAWF
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in a similar role
• Experience with Unanet software
• Familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and Federal Travel Regulations (FTR)
• Knowledge of Contract Funding, Value Ceilings and Contract Modifications
• Experience with handling multiple clients, client communication and client interaction
• Advanced MS Excel capabilities
• Proficient with other MS Office 365 applications (Internet Explorer, Outlook, Word)
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Detail oriented
• Strong organizational, time management and prioritization abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• CPA certification is desired, or candidates working towards their CPA certification
• Unanet Partner Certification is desired, or candidates willing to obtain it

Apply now! 

Description: Arrative specializes in providing government contractors with compliance and operational support to include HR, Payroll, Accounting, Contracting, and IT. As a Unanet Partner, we also implement Unanet as the ERP solution for government contractors.

The Staff Accountant position is a full-time, fully remote position. The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing a variety of accounting tasks to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for our Managed Accounting Services (MAS) clients. Candidates need to have strong backgrounds in GAAP accounting, government accounting, and the ability to manage complex projects within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This position would potentially work with multiple clients at once and would be responsible for maintaining the clients’ accounting records in Unanet.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• General Ledger and Journal Entries:
  • • Maintain the general ledger by preparing and posting journal entries ensuring compliance in accordance with GAAP and DCAA regulations.
    • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable:
  • • Process invoices, expense reports, and payments for accuracy and completeness.
    • Monitor and record accounts receivable transactions, including invoicing and collections.
• Month-End and Year-End Close:
  • • Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes ensuring client deadlines are met.
    • Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Financial Reporting:
  • • Analyze financial data and prepare reports for management review.
    • Ensure compliance with GAAP and organizational policies.
• Process Improvement:
  • • Identify areas for improvement in accounting processes and systems.
    • Collaborate with the team to implement efficiency enhancements.
• Ad Hoc Projects:
  • • Support special projects and analyses as needed by the Managed Accounting Services (MAS) team.

Skills:

• Experience with Unanet and QuickBooks software
• Experience with WAWF

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or public accounting setting.
• Experience with Unanet software
• Familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and Federal Travel Regulations (FTR)
• Knowledge of Contract Funding, Value Ceilings and Contract Modifications
• Experience with handling multiple clients, client communication and client interaction
• Advanced MS Excel capabilities
• Proficient with other MS Office 365 applications (Internet Explorer, Outlook, Word)
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Detail oriented
• Strong organizational, time management and prioritization abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Unanet Partner Certification is desired, or candidates willing to obtain it

Apply now!