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Accountant I

Tessera

Job Location:

Colorado Springs, CO - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 33 - 38

Posted: 7 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 4 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Accountant I

Location: Colorado Springs CO (United States Air Force Academy)

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full Time. On-call work may also be required based on operational needs.

Compensation: $33.65 - $38.46 /hourly

Deadline: June 1 2026

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of an Accountant I at Tessera include:

Medical Dental Vision 401(k) retirement plan Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
11 paid federal holidays paid vacation time and paid sick time
Potential shared earning bonus
Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
Professional development certifications and training opportunities
Verizon wireless discount
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an engaging wellness program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture our core values - Inclusion Partnerships Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera isseekinga dedicated detail-driven and mission-minded AccountantIto support the Base Maintenance Contract (BMC) at the U.S. Air Force Academy.The Accountant I role at Tessera supports operations throughaccuratefinancial management subcontract coordination and compliance oversight. This position is critical formaintainingsmooth operations through precise accounting practicestimelyprocessing of payments and subcontractor invoices effective support of financial processes and adherence to contract and subcontract requirements. The role also provides essential support in payroll reporting onboarding coordination audit preparation and documentation management contributing to the overall success accountability and operational integrity of the organization.

Duties:

Prepare journalentries and reconcile bank and ledger accounts.
Process accounts payable and subcontractor invoices ina timelyandaccuratemanner.
Maintain financial data in Maximo and other systems; ensure alignment with contract requirements.
Assistwith monthly closings and financial reporting.
Track preventive maintenance payments and credit card receipts.
Supportpayrolladministration and employee license tracking.
Maintainbase access documentation and credentialing for subcontractors.
Coordinate subcontractor onboarding compliance tracking and required documentation to ensureadherenceto contract and siterequirements.
Serve as a facilitator between subcontractors and site managementregardingaccess requirements schedulingcoordination and contract-related communications.
Support special projects audits and workflow improvements.
Reconcile general ledger discrepancies and ensureaccuratefinancialrecords.
Prepare andmaintainsupporting documentation for applicable audits.
Monitor expenditures andassistwith budget tracking and forecasting activities.
Review/verify invoices expense reports etc.
Generate financial reports for management review and/or analysis.
All other duties asassigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related fieldpreferred.
35 years of accounting experience preferably in facilities maintenance or federal contracting.
Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook etc.); experience with Maximo preferred.
Strong attention to detail organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Understanding ofGAAP and federal acquisition regulations (FAR).
Ability to interpret legal and financial documents.
Strong communicationand problem-solving skills.
Experience with subcontractor oversight and contract compliance.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

May be required to reach kneel walk stand and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
Work may require repetitive motion reaching lifting kneeling and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time climbing in and out of a vehicle and up and down stairs may also be required.
Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Other Requirements:

A valid state drivers license iswith the ability to obtain andmaintaincoverage byTesserasinsurance.
Access toafederal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant drivers license or an acceptable alternative such as a U.S. passport or military IDin accordance withthe REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: be able to obtain andmaintainapplicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Date Posted: 05/19/2026

*** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant drivers license or an acceptable alternative such as a U.S. passport or military ID in accordance with the REAL ID Act.

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Tessera is a national non-profit government contractor that is dedicated to Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture our Core Values Diversity Partnership Commitment Integrity and Quality and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support please contact us at

ext. 349 or email.

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify

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