Job Description
Strategic Data Systems, Inc. (SDS) is a growing small business federal contractor headquartered in Keller, TX. SDS supports mission-critical programs for federal customers, with a long-standing focus on the U.S. Navy and Department of Defense. We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our growing team.
Staff Accountant
Keller, TX 76248 / On-Site Full Time
Summary
The Staff Accountant will oversee all accounting operations, ensuring compliance with government contract regulations, company policies, and applicable accounting standards. This role consists of hands-on accounting supporting both daily operations and long-term growth. The ideal candidate has experience in government contracting (FAR/DFARS, CAS) and thrives in a dynamic small-business environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily and monthly accounting operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, general ledger, budgeting, accruals, and financial reporting.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Maintain DCAA-compliant accounting systems and ensure accurate cost accounting and indirect rate calculations.
- Oversee project cost tracking, billing, and revenue recognition in accordance with contract terms.
- Assist in developing and monitoring budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal regulations (FAR/DFARS).
- Support proposal pricing, cost-volume development, and indirect rate preparation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
- 1-3 years of progressive accounting experience; Experience in a government contracting environment is a nice to have.
- Knowledge of GAAP, FAR, DFARS, and Cost Accounting Standards.
- Experience with Deltek Costpoint is preferred
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Strategic Data Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Keller, TX |
| Industry | Computer/IT Services |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Website | https://www.sdatasystems.com/ |
About Company
trategic Data Systems, Inc. (SDS) has been providing Information Technology (IT) services and solutions for over 20 years. Today, we provide IT, cyber security, contact center and engineering support to various U.S. Department of Defense organizations as well as other Federal agencies and commercial companies. We focus on our customers and have earned a reputation for exceptional service and responsiveness. Founded in San Diego, California in 1997, SDS corporate office is now located in Keller, Texas.
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