Senior Accountant – Government Compliance
Fort Worth, TX
Full Time
Experienced
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Classification: Full-time, Hybrid, Exempt
Seniority: Senior Accountant
Reports To: Director of Programs
Company Description
Purple Rhombus Inc. designs, builds, manufactures, and tests UAS for US government and commercial customers. Focused on producibility, Purple Rhombus aircraft are designed for scale manufacture. We are seeking mission-driven individuals to join the team to build the next generation of unmanned aircraft.
Position Overview
Purple Rhombus is seeking a Senior Accountant – Government Compliance to support full-cycle accounting operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial recordkeeping, with particular emphasis on government contract billing and compliance. This role maintains accurate, audit-ready financial records and works closely with program, contracts, and finance leadership to ensure billing and reporting comply with federal acquisition regulations and government invoicing requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Full-Cycle Accounting Operations
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness. Perform full-cycle accounting support including data entry, recordkeeping, and month-end close activities. Process payroll accurately and on schedule. Conduct monthly bank reconciliations to verify the accuracy of company accounts. Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and documentation, and support external audit requests by gathering and preparing supporting documentation.
Government Contract Compliance and Billing
Support compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements across day-to-day accounting operations. Prepare and submit contract invoices through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) and track related documentation and approvals. Monitor Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) billing and maintain supporting records for government contract audits and reviews. Assist with cost allowability, allocability, and reasonableness reviews consistent with FAR Part 31 cost principles. Coordinate with program management and contracting to ensure contract-related financial data is accurate and complete.
Required Qualifications
Five (5) or more years of accounting experience, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close activities, and payroll processing. Experience working on government contracts, with working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). Experience submitting invoices through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), or ability to learn quickly. Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook). Demonstrated ability to perform bank reconciliations and support full-cycle accounting functions. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and reliability in a fast-paced environment. Ability to adapt quickly to new systems and processes.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Prior experience in an aerospace, defense, or government contracting environment. Familiarity with Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and government reporting cycles. Experience supporting external financial or government audits. Experience with Foundation software or similar accounting/ERP systems.
Competencies and Attributes
Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in financial recordkeeping. Fast learner who adapts quickly to new systems and processes. Reliable and consistent work ethic with strong follow-through. Effective communicator able to resolve vendor and internal billing discrepancies. Comfortable supporting audit-ready documentation and compliance reviews.
Annual salary range $75,000 - $115,000
Travel: Minimal (up to 5% per year).
Benefits:
Classification: Full-time, Hybrid, Exempt
Seniority: Senior Accountant
Reports To: Director of Programs
Company Description
Purple Rhombus Inc. designs, builds, manufactures, and tests UAS for US government and commercial customers. Focused on producibility, Purple Rhombus aircraft are designed for scale manufacture. We are seeking mission-driven individuals to join the team to build the next generation of unmanned aircraft.
Position Overview
Purple Rhombus is seeking a Senior Accountant – Government Compliance to support full-cycle accounting operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial recordkeeping, with particular emphasis on government contract billing and compliance. This role maintains accurate, audit-ready financial records and works closely with program, contracts, and finance leadership to ensure billing and reporting comply with federal acquisition regulations and government invoicing requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Full-Cycle Accounting Operations
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness. Perform full-cycle accounting support including data entry, recordkeeping, and month-end close activities. Process payroll accurately and on schedule. Conduct monthly bank reconciliations to verify the accuracy of company accounts. Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and documentation, and support external audit requests by gathering and preparing supporting documentation.
Government Contract Compliance and Billing
Support compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements across day-to-day accounting operations. Prepare and submit contract invoices through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) and track related documentation and approvals. Monitor Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) billing and maintain supporting records for government contract audits and reviews. Assist with cost allowability, allocability, and reasonableness reviews consistent with FAR Part 31 cost principles. Coordinate with program management and contracting to ensure contract-related financial data is accurate and complete.
Required Qualifications
Five (5) or more years of accounting experience, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close activities, and payroll processing. Experience working on government contracts, with working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). Experience submitting invoices through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), or ability to learn quickly. Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook). Demonstrated ability to perform bank reconciliations and support full-cycle accounting functions. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and reliability in a fast-paced environment. Ability to adapt quickly to new systems and processes.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Prior experience in an aerospace, defense, or government contracting environment. Familiarity with Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and government reporting cycles. Experience supporting external financial or government audits. Experience with Foundation software or similar accounting/ERP systems.
Competencies and Attributes
Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in financial recordkeeping. Fast learner who adapts quickly to new systems and processes. Reliable and consistent work ethic with strong follow-through. Effective communicator able to resolve vendor and internal billing discrepancies. Comfortable supporting audit-ready documentation and compliance reviews.
Annual salary range $75,000 - $115,000
Travel: Minimal (up to 5% per year).
Benefits:
- Equity
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
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