Accounting Manager Gaithersburg, MD

Accounting Manager

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity. This role will oversee critical close activities, maintain the accuracy of financial records, and help ensure reliable reporting across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage detailed processes in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly close activities by coordinating timelines, reviewing entries, and ensuring financial data is finalized accurately and on schedule.

• Manage general ledger operations, including oversight of account activity, balance integrity, and proper recording of transactions.

• Prepare and review journal entries to support routine accounting processes and maintain complete supporting documentation.

• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies to improve accuracy in financial reporting.

• Support financial statement audit activities by organizing schedules, responding to audit requests, and assisting with documentation review.

• Oversee fixed asset accounting, including asset tracking, depreciation activity, and related balance sheet accuracy.

• Administer lease accounting processes to ensure obligations, schedules, and related entries are recorded in accordance with accounting standards.