Accountant II

Accountant II

Job ID: req4545

Employee Type: exempt full\-time

Division: Financial Operations Directorate

Facility: Frederick: ATRF

Location: 8560 Progress Dr, Frederick, MD 21701 USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first\-in\-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Financial Operations Directorate (FOD) within Leidos Biomedical Research (LBR) is committed to ensuring the financial integrity of the Frederick National Laboratory by providing timely, accurate, and relevant finance information to internal and external stakeholders. Our team collaborates to effectively monitor and manage fiscal resources in a responsible, compliant, and professional manner in a dynamic environment. We adhere to applicable contract, regulatory, and compliance requirements while supporting the broader mission of the FNL.

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Costpoint Billing Analyst (Accounting II)
• LBR is seeking a detail\-oriented Costpoint Billing Analyst to support billing operations for government contracts, including Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) and cost\-reimbursable programs.
• This role is ideal for an early\-career accounting or finance professional looking to deepen their expertise in government contracting and financial analysis.
• This position will report directly to the Assistant Controller and will work under general supervision at our Advanced Technology Research Facility in Frederick, Maryland.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and review complex invoices in compliance with customer and contractual requirements
• Analyze unbilled receivables and resolve billing discrepancies using Costpoint reports
• Research and respond to internal and external billing inquiries
• Collaborate with project teams, contracts, and accounts payable to ensure accurate and timely billing
• Support collections efforts and help resolve outstanding issues

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist with balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger analysis
• Prepare journal entries and financial reports
• Evaluate and enter contract modifications and assess their accounting impact
• Perform administrative responsibilities as necessary
• Contribute to special projects and process improvements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Possession of Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or four (4\) years relevant experience in lieu of degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency
• In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of two (2\) years of accounting related experience is required
• Strong data entry and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• US Government Contract experience including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
• Preferred a minimum of two (3\) years of general accounting with responsibility for general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, cost accounting, or accounts receivable.
• Previous experience with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Prior experience with Deltek Costpoint
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Strong problem\-solving skills, research and resolution skills, and data analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate\-level Excel skills.
• Current Public Trust

Commitment to Non\-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, color, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

59,600\.00 \- 87,633\.00 USD

The posted pay range for this job is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data.

The salary range posted is a full\-time equivalent salary and will vary depending on scheduled hours for part time positions