Accounting Manager
Listed on 2026-02-17
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Accounting
Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance
Our client is looking for an Accounting Manager out of government contracting industry.
Location: Arlington VA - flexibility for hybrid to remote schedule, does want someone local.
Type: Direct Hire or Contract-to-Hire
Compensation: $140-160K (depending on experience)
Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision & 401k match.
Requirement: CPA
🏢 About the CompanyOur client is a well-established government contractor supporting DoD and federal agencies
. They are experiencing strong growth and are seeking a hands‑on Accounting Manager to lead day‑to‑day accounting operations and ensure compliance within a Deltek Costpoint / Gov Con environment
.
The Accounting Manager will oversee full‑cycle accounting operations
, manage the monthly close, and ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, CAS, and DCAA requirements in a complex project‑based environment.
This is a highly visible role partnering with leadership, FP&A, and Program Management teams.
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close
, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting - Oversee GL, AP, AR, payroll allocations, and project accounting for government contracts
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, project financials, indirect rates, and variance reporting
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA audit requirements
- Manage government contract types (CPFF, T&M, FFP, IDIQ) and project cost structures
- Oversee billing, revenue recognition, collections, and subcontractor invoicing
- Support budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
- Lead audit preparation and DCAA / external audit support
- Develop and maintain internal controls, SOPs, and process improvements
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff and junior team members
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA a plus)
- 6–10+ years of accounting experience with Gov Con environment required
- Strong experience with Deltek Costpoint (or Unanet / Jamis / Procas)
- Deep knowledge of FAR, CAS, DCAA, indirect rates, and cost accounting
- Experience with project accounting and contract types (T&M, FFP, CPFF, IDIQ)
- Advanced Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
- Strong leadership, communication, and process improvement mindset
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