Accounting Manager
Bowie, Prince George's County, Maryland, 20721, USA
Listed on 2025-12-22
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Management
Financial Manager
Accounting Manager – Lead the Department, Build the Future
Are you a strategic thinker who thrives on ownership, accountability, and driving performance
? I’m looking for a proactive, confident, and solution-oriented Accounting Manager who can lead with structure, improve systems, and elevate the team—not just manage it.
This isn’t a role for someone who waits to be told what to do. This is for a natural leader who sees the big picture, makes independent decisions, and takes full responsibility for the success of the accounting function. You’ll have the space and authority to build, lead, and improve
—but you must be ready to own it.
- You lead with confidence and structure
, and you expect excellence from yourself and your team. - You’re a builder
—of processes, of people, of performance. - You look ahead
, identify risks, and solve problems before they escalat[e]. - You hold yourself and others accountable and follow through on commitments.
- You’re energized by driving results
, not just maintaining status quo.
- Oversee accurate, GAAP-compliant monthly, quarterly, and annual financials
. - Manage the entire close process
, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. - Analyze financial data to drive insight and decision-making.
- Collaborate on annual budgets and cash flow forecasting.
- Ensure financial goals align with
departmental and organizational strategy
. - Monitor budget variances and recommend corrective actions proactively.
- Provide
direct supervision, coaching, and accountability
for the accounting staff. - Set expectations, monitor performance, and build a
culture of execution and growth
. - Develop internal SOPs and train team members for cross-functional coverage.
- Own and improveaccounting systems and workflows.
- Leverage tools like Quick Books, Net Suite, or other ERPs for automation and control.
- Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable, repeatable processes.
- Serve as a
trusted financial liaison
for client engagements. - Partner with the tax team to align reporting with strategic tax planning.
- Support the CEO and Director of Ops with clear, accurate financial updates.
- 5+ years of accounting experience
, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. - Solid understanding of
US GAAP
and accounting compliance requirements. - Proven experience managing accounting teams and improving operations.
- Proficiency with
Quick Books, Excel, and accounting/ERP systems
. - CPA or strong CPA-track preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication—you explain the “why” behind the numbers.
- Want to
own the department
and make it better—not just keep it running. - Are comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.
- Lead with both
structure and autonomy
—you don’t need to be micromanaged, and you don’t micromanage others. - Are committed to
long-term results
, not short-term appearances. - Are okay staying late when needed to meet deadlines and make sure nothing slips.
- A
remote-friendly, flexible environment
with high expectations and high trust - The opportunity to build and run your own department
- A supportive leadership team that values your ideas and input
- Competitive salary,
health benefits,401(k) with match
, and
PTO - Growth path toward
Controller or Director-level roles
if that’s your trajectory - 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
- Bachelor’s (Required)
- CPA (Preferred)
Work Location
:
Remote
Ready to take the next step in your accounting career? Great! Here’s how to join us:
Submit your application – make sure your resume highlights why you’re a perfect fit.
We’re looking forward to meeting you and seeing how you’ll make an impact on our team.
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