Nathan Kunes Inc (NKI Engineering)
Staff Accountant
Nathan Kunes Inc (NKI Engineering), San Diego, California, United States, 92189
About the Role
NKI is looking for a full-time Staff Accountant to help support our government and commercial business lines.
The ideal candidate will have FAR/DFARS knowledge and experience. This person will report to our Director of Contracts & Business Administration and focus on day-to-day accounting operations, billing support, and financial reporting. The role is expected to expand over time to support company growth, new contracts, and evolving compliance requirements. This is an in‑office role.
Salary: $65k‑$80k/year (based on experience)
Benefits
Medical and Dental plans
401(k) with potential employer‑sponsored bonus
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
Responsibilities
Support day‑to‑day accounting operations including A/P, A/R, invoicing, general ledger maintenance, and journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
Ensure transactions are recorded accurately and coded to appropriate contracts or indirect pools while monitoring and enforcing accounting policies across government and commercial company divisions.
Assist with cash flow monitoring, bookkeeping, and monthly, quarterly, and year‑end closings to support accurate financial reporting.
Prepare and maintain cost reports, assist with indirect rate calculations, and ensure supporting documents are DCAA compliant and audit‑ready.
Monitor project costs and ensure accurate billing in accordance with contract terms (e.g., CPFF, T&M, and FFP) and applicable FAR/DFARS requirements.
Assist with preparation of required filings and compliance activities, including property taxes, sales & use taxes, workers’ compensation audit, and other regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate documentation for contracts, invoices, and timekeeping.
Collaborate with senior staff on financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow analysis.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
2–3 years of accounting experience, preferably with a government contractor.
Excellent attention to detail, organization skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
Strong sense of ownership and independence.
United States citizenship and ability to maintain a US DoD clearance.
Desired Experience
Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, and DCAA audit requirements.
Proficiency in PROCAS or similar government contracting accounting system.
Previous experience working with financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
Company Overview Nathan Kunes Incorporated (NKI) has been in business since 1998 and specializes in providing software, system, and information assurance engineering services to the DoD and Intelligence Community Agencies.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Software Development
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The ideal candidate will have FAR/DFARS knowledge and experience. This person will report to our Director of Contracts & Business Administration and focus on day-to-day accounting operations, billing support, and financial reporting. The role is expected to expand over time to support company growth, new contracts, and evolving compliance requirements. This is an in‑office role.
Salary: $65k‑$80k/year (based on experience)
Benefits
Medical and Dental plans
401(k) with potential employer‑sponsored bonus
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
Responsibilities
Support day‑to‑day accounting operations including A/P, A/R, invoicing, general ledger maintenance, and journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
Ensure transactions are recorded accurately and coded to appropriate contracts or indirect pools while monitoring and enforcing accounting policies across government and commercial company divisions.
Assist with cash flow monitoring, bookkeeping, and monthly, quarterly, and year‑end closings to support accurate financial reporting.
Prepare and maintain cost reports, assist with indirect rate calculations, and ensure supporting documents are DCAA compliant and audit‑ready.
Monitor project costs and ensure accurate billing in accordance with contract terms (e.g., CPFF, T&M, and FFP) and applicable FAR/DFARS requirements.
Assist with preparation of required filings and compliance activities, including property taxes, sales & use taxes, workers’ compensation audit, and other regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate documentation for contracts, invoices, and timekeeping.
Collaborate with senior staff on financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow analysis.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
2–3 years of accounting experience, preferably with a government contractor.
Excellent attention to detail, organization skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
Strong sense of ownership and independence.
United States citizenship and ability to maintain a US DoD clearance.
Desired Experience
Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, and DCAA audit requirements.
Proficiency in PROCAS or similar government contracting accounting system.
Previous experience working with financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
Company Overview Nathan Kunes Incorporated (NKI) has been in business since 1998 and specializes in providing software, system, and information assurance engineering services to the DoD and Intelligence Community Agencies.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Software Development
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