Senior Project & Revenue Accountant (4850)

SMX is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project & Revenue Accountant with deep, hands-on Deltek Costpoint expertise—particularly within the Projects and Accounting modules. Reporting to the Manager of Project & Revenue Accounting, this role will be responsible for the full project lifecycle in Costpoint, advanced project setup, revenue methodologies, and compliance with GAAP and ASC 606. The Senior will partner closely with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are established accurately, revenue is recognized appropriately, and internal controls and policies are consistently followed.

This is a high-visibility role requiring strong analytical capabilities, the ability to troubleshoot complex Costpoint issues, and advanced knowledge of project accounting within a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Project & Revenue Accounting
• Ensure project setup and maintenance in Costpoint follows contract specs, internal policies, and reporting requirements.
• Apply ASC 606 and ASC 340 principles to structure and review project accounting and revenue treatments.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly close tasks including reconciliations, variance analysis, revenue adjustments, and issue resolution.
• Deltek Costpoint (Advanced)
• Perform advanced Costpoint project setup functions, including revenue formula selection, tier/level adjustments, and configuration updates.
• Troubleshoot complex issues within the Projects module and identify root causes related to project structure, revenue methods, indirect rates etc.
• Interpret and analyze PSRs and Revenue Worksheets; identify anomalies and resolve calculation or structural issues.
• Review and validate peer project setup requests to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Cross-Functional Support
• Coordinate project kickoff calls with Finance, Contracts, PMs, and Accounting to ensure alignment and timely setup.
• Serve as a liaison across business units to address accounting questions, investigate variances, and resolve project-related issues.
• Research and resolve unbilled issues to maximize billing accuracy and timeliness.
• Provide training, documentation, and presentations to support process improvements and team development.
• Documentation & Compliance
• Draft and follow process documentation, SOPs, and procedural guides.
• Support DCAA/DCMA audit requests and ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, and internal controls.
• Support continuous process improvement within the project accounting and revenue functions.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Accounting (Finance or Business Administration considered).
• Advanced and recent experience with Deltek Costpoint, specifically the Projects Module and revenue functionality.
• 5+ years of project accounting and revenue recognition experience (minimum 3 with Costpoint).
• Expert knowledge of ASC 606 and practical application to government and commercial contracts.
• Experience with multiple contract types: CPFF, CPAF, T&M, FFP, Commercial, etc.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, FAR, DCAA/DCMA compliance.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex Costpoint project setup and revenue issues.
• Experience analyzing PSRs, Revenue Worksheets, and related project financial reports.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, PE-backed environment.
• Expert proficiency in Excel.
• Familiarity with Cognos reporting tools.
• Ability to prepare training materials, conduct presentations, and write process documentation and mentor Junior level staff.

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Support continuous process improvement within the project accounting and revenue functions.