Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager – General Ledger Operations

Location: Emporia, VA
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent

The Accounting Manager will oversee a variety of accounting duties, including month-end close, financial reporting and analysis, general ledger maintenance, local tax filings, and support for Accounts Payable data entry. This role supports the Controller in financial reporting and analysis.

• Manage monthly financial close transactions, including assigned balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals
• Provide accounts payable support in coordination with the Accounts Payable Specialist
• Oversee full‑cycle payroll processing and labor reconciliations using third‑party payroll providers (e.g., Paylocity/ADP)
• Prepare month‑end reconciliations for bank accounts, fixed assets, inventory, prepaid expenses, and other asset and liability accounts
• Post journal entries for asset, liability, and income statement accounts as required
• Assist with financial reporting and schedules as requested by management and operations
• Prepare monthly financial statement reporting, budget variance analysis, and commentary in coordination with company executives
• Complete various tax filings, including sales and use, personal property, excise, and gross receipts
• Assist in resolving tax notices and conduct research as needed
• Provide accounting support for ongoing projects in conjunction with GAAP compliance
• Assist with documentation for independent audits and support auditors as necessary
• Preferred experience with defense contract compliance
• Perform other duties as required

• 5–7+ years of prior accounting experience with a federal contractor
• Production and manufacturing experience preferred
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Experience with costing and analyzing COGS consumption preferred
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office, accounting software, and databases
• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or Business from an accredited institution
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills; ability to interpret and communicate financial information
• Team‑oriented and flexible; able to work closely with all levels of management
• Focus on business process improvement to drive deployment of world‑class processes
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactive nature to embed process improvement and collaborate with other functions