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Join Aprio's Aerospace, Defense, and Government team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for an Associate to join their dynamic team.
Aprio is a forward‑thinking advisory and accounting firm that helps organizations grow, scale, and succeed. Within our Aerospace, Defense & Government (ADG) practice, we partner with government contractors to deliver accurate, compliant, and reliable accounting support that helps clients focus on their mission.
As an Outsourced Accounting Associate, you’ll support government contracting clients while learning from experienced accountants, former business owners, and industry specialists. This is a great opportunity to build a strong foundation in government contract accounting while gaining exposure to multiple clients and industries.
What You'll DoAs a member of Aprio’s ADG Outsourced Accounting team, you’ll support day‑to‑day accounting operations for government contracting clients, working closely with senior team members and managers.
Responsibilities include:
Assist with accounts payable processing, from invoice entry through check runs
Support accounts receivable, including customer invoicing and payment tracking
Assist with job costing for government contracts
Record daily cash activity and deposits
Prepare monthly bank and account reconciliations
Assist with payroll processing, payroll journal entries, and vacation balance updates
Support general ledger maintenance and reconciliations
Assist with month‑end close activities
Help prepare financial reports, schedules, and forecasts, as needed
Maintain organized vendor files, accounting records, and supporting documentation
Prepare and update recurring spreadsheets and tracking reports
Research accounting questions and assist with responding to client inquiries
Support timely, accurate deliverables and a positive client experience
What We’re Looking For
2–4 years of accounting experience (public accounting, outsourced accounting, or industry experience preferred)
Experience working for or with government contractors preferred
Exposure to Unanet, Costpoint, and/or QuickBooks strongly preferred
Foundational understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
Familiarity with government contracting concepts (FAR, indirect rates, job costing) is a plus
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
Clear, professional communication and customer service skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and grow in a client‑facing environment
Why Aprio
- Hands‑on experience supporting real government contracting clients
- Coaching and mentorship from experienced accounting professionals
- Exposure to multiple clients, systems, and accounting scenarios
- A collaborative, supportive culture that values learning and development
We’re looking for a motivated early‑career professional who takes pride in accuracy, organization, and providing excellent service — and who’s excited to grow their accounting career at Aprio.
The application window is anticipated to close on May 30th and may be extended as needed.
Why work for Aprio:
Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.
Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
What’s in it for you:
- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.
