Accounting Associate, Aerospace, Defense, and Government

Job description

Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio. Join Aprio's **Aerospace, Defense, and Government** team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for an **Accounting** **Associate** to join their dynamic team. Aprio is a forward‑thinking advisory and accounting firm that helps organizations grow, scale, and succeed. Within our Aerospace, Defense & Government (ADG) practice, we partner with government contractors to deliver accurate, compliant, and reliable accounting support that helps clients focus on their mission. As an Outsourced Accounting Associate, you’ll support government contracting clients while learning from experienced accountants, former business owners, and industry specialists. This is a great opportunity to build a strong foundation in government contract accounting while gaining exposure to multiple clients and industries. ### 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