We are partnering with a client who is looking for a Contract and Billing Specialist, specifically for government contracts.
The position is a contract-to-hire position paying up to $28/hour. Potential to convert to full-time, direct hire by end of year 2025 with a salary of up to $60K base.
What You Need:
Education: Associate's Degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance or higher
Experience: 3+ years of experience in government contract billing and purchasing, including working with contract types such as cost-plus, fixed-price, and time & materials.
Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret contract terms, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Prior experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and related procurement policies.
Familiarity with Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA).
Hands-on experience using Unanet for timekeeping, project accounting, billing, or financial reporting.
Prior experience with government invoicing, financial audits, and contract closeout procedures under federal contract guidelines.
Clearance: Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance. Selected applicants will undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
What You'll Do
Analyze and interpret government contracts and amendments to ensure accurate billing setup and proper data entry into Unanet.
Produce and review job cost and financial reports using Unanet and Excel, providing weekly updates to program managers on funding, effort levels, travel, materials, and overall billing performance.
Develop and maintain billing records and systems, prepare and process invoices for various government contract types (e.g., fixed-price, cost-plus, time and materials) with CLIN/SLIN/ACRN structures, apply indirect rates, and support final closeout processes.
Submit invoices through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) and subcontractor portals, investigate billing discrepancies, and coordinate payment status for overdue invoices.
Maintain accurate contract documentation and issue Letters of Funding.
Assist with financial audits and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and other government regulations.
Collaborate with project managers and finance teams.
Provide additional administrative and finance-related support as needed.
Assist with corporate purchasing, including vendor management and issuing purchase orders.
What You'll Get
Pay up to $28/hour.
Potential to grow into a leadership role.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Exposure to various government contract types and billing processes.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Potential to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance and work with classified information.
Opportunity to learn purchasing and procurement strategies.
Sound interesting? Submit a resume to be considered.