Description

Introduction

IBM Consulting Federal is looking for an experienced accounting professional with expertise in US Federal Government cost accounting to join the Federal Finance Team. This is a role where you can share your expertise while continuing to advance your career with options in Finance, Accounting and Compliance. This role can be performed in the following IBM locations: Herndon, VA, Annapolis Junction, MD, Washington DC, Armonk, NY or Rochester, MN.

At IBM Finance & Operations, we are the backbone of IBM's transformation driving efficiency, transparency, and smart decision-making across the business. Our teams provide the insight and discipline that guide strategy, ensure financial strength, and enable IBM to invest in innovation and growth. Working in Finance & Operations means combining analytical skills with collaboration and curiosity. You'll partner with colleagues across functions and geographies, using data, technology, and process excellence to create solutions that improve performance and deliver measurable impact. IBM offers continuous learning, career development, and a culture that values diverse perspectives. Join us and be part of a global team that keeps IBM moving forward, while building your own future in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Your role and responsibilities

The Federal Government Cost Accountant is an internal IBM Consulting Finance role that reports to the Federal Controller. This senior accounting position requires deep knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) along with all US Federal Government regulations (Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Defense Federal Acquisitions Regulation Supplement (DFARS). The role will assist the Federal Controller with ensuring all costs are accumulated in the Deltek Costpoint ledger system as per CAS, provide cost impact analysis of potential CAS changes, and ensure revenue recognition is in accordance with GAAP. The successful candidate will need to be comfortable managing tasks in a multi-segment and multi-system environment. The ability to understand and reconcile the Corporate general ledger is required along with a thorough understanding of intercompany accounting. Audit readiness, active participation in audits and ownership over documentation for all processes aligned to the role is included in the responsibilities. You will also play a key role in harmonizing and standardizing processes, ensuring expertise sharing across working groups, and supporting Accountants. Experience with process re-engineering is needed.

A successful candidate will be able to work independently and be proactive in obtaining data needed from internal and external sources to complete requests. The ability to work cross functionally with Finance, IT, Quote to Cash, Procurement, Pricing, Contracts, Legal and Corporate is required. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely is also required.

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Master's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

• US Citizenship and US location required
• Bachelors in Accounting/Finance or related field
• 5+ years of experience in Corporate accounting
• 5+ years of experience in Government contracting, compliance deep knowledge of CAS, FAR, DFARS
• Experience with CAS disclosure statements and cost impacts
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint or other Government Contracting software

Preferred technical and professional experience

• 7+ years of experience in financial management of Government contracts and Compliance
• Masters+ in Accounting/Finance or related field
• Certified Public Accountant

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

The IBM Finance organization is responsible for driving enterprise performance and transformation. We are the financial stewards of IBM, delivering IBM's financial strategy, developing new business models, and mitigating enterprise risk. Do you have a passion for creating business value? Join our team in accounting, financial planning, pricing, business controls, tax, treasury, business development (acquisitions & divestitures), and global financing.

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OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

- Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being

- Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs

- Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law

- Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals

- Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

US Citizenship Required.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

Job Title

Federal Government Senior Cost Accountant

Date posted

16-Jun-2026

Job ID

120905

City / Township / Village

ROCHESTER, Armonk, Annapolis Junction, WASHINGTON, Herndon

State / Province

Minnesota, New York, Virginia, Maryland, District of Columbia

Country

United States

Work arrangement

Hybrid

Area of work

Enterprise Operations

Employment type

Regular

Contract type

Regular

Projected Minimum Salary per year

101,000.00

Projected Maximum Salary per year

189,000.00

Position type

Professional

Travel required

No Travel

Company

(0147) International Business Machines Corporation

Shift

General (daytime)

Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No



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