Accounting Associate, Aerospace, Defense, and Government

What You'll Do

As a member of Aprio’s ADG Outsourced Accounting team, you’ll support day‑to‑day accounting operations for government contracting clients, working closely with senior team members and managers. 
 
Responsibilities include: 
• 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 

What We're Looking For

• 2–4 years of accounting experience (public accounting, outsourced accounting, or industry experience preferred) 
• Degree in Accounting required
• Experience working for or with government contractors required
• 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