Government Accounting Manager

Job Summary

As a Government Contracting Accounting Manager
, you will play a critical leadership role supporting government contracting clients with complex, compliance‑driven accounting needs. This position offers the opportunity to lead client relationships, oversee full‑cycle accounting operations, and deliver strategic financial insight in an environment governed by FAR, DCAA, and other federal regulations, while developing and mentoring a high‑performing team.

• Oversee and support clients in maintaining government contract‑compliant accounting, including managing staff responsible for transaction entry, financial cleanup, and preparing invoices for various contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF).
• Review financial statements and indirect cost rate calculations for government contractor clients.
• Guide clients in resolving accounting challenges related to government contracts, including cost allowability, allocability, and compliance with government regulations.
• Provide strategic advisory services to optimize financial performance, improve reporting, and ensure adherence to industry’s best practices.
• Stay updated on government contracting regulations, accounting standards, and compliance requirements to proactively advise clients.
• Lead and mentor junior accountants, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance work environment.
• Ensure high‑quality deliverables within deadlines while exceeding client expectations.
• Develop and prepare annual forward‑pricing budgets to support financial planning and government contract compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Demonstrated experience in public accounting, consulting, or outsourced accounting environments.
• 5+ years of experience in government contracting.
• In‑depth knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Expertise in preparing the Incurred Cost Submission.
• Experience with government contract accounting software (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Unanet).
• Experience in leading a team and owning client relationships.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to collaborate with clients and internal teams.

Hybrid work environment.