Senior Accountant

Forge is a global solutions provider. We are a proud, certified 8a, woman-owned, service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (8a, WOSB, SDVOSB) ignited to redefine the traditional GovCon mold, deliver innovations, and elevate collective impact . We are known as international problem fixers who only pursue work where we can truly make a difference. We are deeply integrated members of trusted client communities, energized and honored to be partners in questioning and solving human challenges across the world.

Forge strik es a precise balance between empowering autonomy and emphasizing the necessity of being part of a connected network of people and initiatives. It's led to a new echelon of collective excellence- one that continues to lead to monumental growth - and built a dream team of top-tier, collaborative, 'get-it-done' experts.

Our culture is everything. People come first. Our culture is built around a diverse group of employees empowered to think in different directions, a leadership team who trusts employees to lean-in to unique greatness, and an operations team that deploys programs to support employee well-being and growth - both personally and professionally. We treat Forge like a co-op in which the input of staff drives corporate action.

With a 93% retention rate, it's evident that once we hire great people, we keep them. We're rated # 2 Best Medium -size Business in all of Virginia, and we are a multi-year, multi-award winner of the Fortune® Magazine Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™ and Best Medium Workplaces™ awards .  Based on employee feedback and independent analysis, we have been certified as a Great Place to Work™ four years in a row. Collective success landed us on the Inc. 5000 List of the Fastest-Growing privately held businesses in the United States . But most importantly, we're proud to be a company that puts people first.

The future of Forge is exciting and evolving - as capability and community remain the battle rhythm sustaining transformative success. We're searching for those who want to work hard, play hard, give back, and enjoy life. If this resonates with you, then come make a difference at Forge.

Requirement : Senior Accountant

Job Description : Forge is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our growing corporate operations team. This role is a cornerstone of the company's accounting function, ensuring that all accounting activities are executed with precision, compliance, and efficiency. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, contract reviews, invoicing, expense processing, and indirect rate management. They will also contribute to audits, support ad hoc reporting, and collaborate across teams including HR, payroll, benefits, contracts, and the PMO. This position is critical to maintaining accuracy, compliance, and scalability as Forge continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities : The Accounting Team is responsible for managing all financial accounting and government cost accounting activities for Forge Group, LLC. The primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to : Driving the monthly accounting close process, including preparation and posting of journal entries, general ledger account reconciliations, review of supporting schedules, and ensuring timely and accurate close cycles. Maintaining responsibility for the general ledger, job cost ledgers, accounts receivable, invoicing, and accounts payable functions in compliance with GAAP and government contracting standards. Performing reconciliation and analysis of all balance sheet accounts; using professional judgment to research, resolve, and document account discrepancies, ensuring balances are properly supported and compliant. Supporting billing and revenue recognition for all contract types (Fixed Price, Time & Material, and Cost-Plus) and ensuring accuracy of invoices submitted through Unanet and various government financial systems. Reviewing and processing contract awards, modifications, purchase orders, work authorizations, and expense authorizations in Unanet, ensuring accurate setup for billing and cost tracking. Monitoring, applying, and analyzing indirect rates (fringe, overhead, G&A, and fee) across projects; ensuring proper application and variance tracking. Reviewing and processing billable and indirect expense reports, including complex CONUS and OCONUS / overseas projects, ensuring allowability under FAR / CAS rules. Supporting payroll processing through accurate timesheet review and payroll-related entries, ensuring compliance with labor charging, benefits, and unallowable cost requirements. Assisting in vendor and subcontractor management, including invoice review, compliance validation, and payment processing. Implementing, documenting, and maintaining effective internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, CAS, SBA 8(a), and tax regulations. Supporting preparation of the annual Incurred Cost Submission (ICE) and assisting with DCAA / DCMA, financial statement, and tax audits, including preparing supporting documentation and responding to auditor inquiries. Assisting with preparation of limited business property tax filings for applicable states and maintaining state registrations as required. Partnering with project and client-facing teams to support financial management, billing, reporting, and compliance tracking. Providing cost, schedule, and funding planning, reporting, monitoring, and analysis support to Program Managers and management, including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Basis of Estimates (BOEs), and development of time-phased budgets and schedules. Preparing program financials including Estimates at Completion (EACs), variance analysis, and meeting deadlines for internal and external reporting. Performing ad hoc financial and compliance analyses in response to leadership, PMO, or audit requests. Monitoring contract funding status, ceilings, and burn rates, providing timely notifications to management of funding constraints or required actions. Providing finance-based support, training, and process guidance for staff questions on accounting, billing, and compliance issues. Driving process improvements to increase accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency of month-end close, billing cycles, and reporting processes. Performing other ad-hoc accounting, finance, payroll, or compliance activities as required to support Forge's continued growth and audit readiness.

The Candidate must be able to think strategically and act tactically while displaying strong analytical and critical thinking skills. They must be proactive in their approach, consistently following up, asking questions, and driving issues to resolution.

The Candidate should be highly engaged with the accounting team, operation, and program staff, building strong cross-group working relationships and ensuring open, clear communication at all times. They must demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to provide guidance and support across functions.

The Candidate must thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, remain adaptable when faced with ambiguity or competing priorities, and actively contribute to solutions rather than waiting for direction.

Qualifications / Requirements :

The Candidate must have the ability to think strategically, act tactically, and display strong analytical and critical thinking skills. They must also build strong cross-group working relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. The Candidate must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.

We are looking for candidates with....

Minimum Qualifications :

U.S. Citizen.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

10+ years of direct accounting experience with a federal government contractor.

Strong knowledge of GAAP, FAR, CAS, SBA regulations.

Experience with contract accounting (awards, mods, sub / vendor agreements).

Payroll and labor charging experience, including HR / benefits integration.

Experience with state business registrations and property tax filings.

Hands-on experience with audits, tax filings, ICE submissions.

Understanding of indirect rates, contract billing (FP, T&M, CP), and expense processing.

Proficient in Unanet; advanced Excel skills.

Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

High attention to detail, confidentiality, and proactive problem-solving.

Highly Desired Qualifications :

CPA certification.

MBA certification.

Experience with FP&A.

Exposure to PMO functions.

Experience with Power BI or other BI tools.

Job : Full-time

Location : Fully-Remote

Salary Range : $90k - $98k / yr

Assigned Forge Job Title : Senior Accountant

Essential Duties :

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethics; upholds organizational values.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Planning / Organizing - Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; plan for additional resources; set goals and objectives; organize or schedule other people and their tasks; develop realistic action plans.
• Professionalism - Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Qualifications - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and / or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Language Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, proposals, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Mathematical Skills - Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability - Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.
• Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, type, or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.

This job posting sets forth the basic authorities and responsibilities of this position, which may be changed from time to time as shall be determined. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Benefits :

Forge fosters a rich company culture built on a diverse, hard-working employee base. Our staff is the core of our success and the impetus behind our decisions. In today's corporate culture, there is no longer a line between work and home life. As a result, we focused our benefits approach on the whole family.

The Forge total compensation model is based on a "choose-your-own-adventure approach," allowing each employee to create a comprehensive package of benefits and perks tailored to his or her needs. Examples of benefits included in our total compensation package include :

Forge Group, LLC is a proud DoD Skillbridge and V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) certified company committed to hiring and retaining military veterans and spouses.

Forge Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity [and / or] Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or military or protected veteran status. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.