# Senior Cost Accountant - Government Contracting (Accounts Payable, Job Costing) at Applied Intuition

- Company: Applied Intuition
- What the company does: Applied Intuition powers physical AI, automating machines across automotive, defense, trucking, mining, construction, & agriculture. Backed by General Catalyst, Kleiner Perkins and a16z.
- Company website: https://www.appliedintuition.com/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Senior
- Location: Washington, D.C.
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $110K to $155K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-06
- Apply by: 2026-11-20
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/Applied/842b5fcb-6652-4097-970b-542022f150a7?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/applied-intuition-senior-cost-accountant-government-contracting-accounts-payable/

## About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced and analytical Senior Accountant to manage the full cycle of Accounts Payable functions supporting government contract compliance and operations. This role focuses on AP job cost allocations, subcontractor invoice and corporate credit cards reconciliations, and processing a high volume of travel expenses. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- 5+ years of accounting experience within a federal government contracting environment, with a strong focus on accounts payable and job costing
- Advanced understanding of FAR/DFARS cost principles, allowability and government accounting standards
- Proven experience processing and auditing travel expense reports in compliance with JFTR, FTR, and federal per diem rules
- Strong background in job cost allocation, cost segregation, and subcontractor invoice tracking
- Knowledge of sales and use tax accruals, thresholds, and multistate compliance

Tags: Finance

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