Accounting Manager

Reliability & Performance Technologies ( R&P ); Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

R&P Technologies seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to lead daily accounting operations, including AP, AR, GL, and payroll, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate monthly/year-end closes.

You will partner across departments to provide financial insights, manage controls, and support government contracting requirements. A senior candidate with strong leadership and communication skills will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least 10 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including 3+ years in government contracting.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and DCAA compliance.
• Experience managing government contracts (FFP, CPFF, T&M).
• Experience with indirect rate modeling and incurred cost submissions.
• ERP familiarity; Unanet preferred.
• Advanced Excel and data visualization skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations including AP, AR, GL, and payroll.
• Oversee monthly close and prepare financial statements and management reports.
• Prepare and review journal entries and reconciliations.
• Maintain chart of accounts and ensure proper coding.
• Collaborate with department leaders for financial accuracy and alignment.
• Analyze variances and provide management insights.
• Oversee payroll processing, taxes, and deductions.
• Develop and monitor internal controls; ensure GAAP and DCAA compliance.
• Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits.
• Support government reporting and indirect rate submissions.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

DCAA compliance

Government contracts

ERP systems

Unanet

Excel

Data visualization

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Unanet

Job description

The Accounting Manager will lead day-to-day accounting operations including functional responsibility over general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. This role will help to ensure that R&P Technologies has the procedures in place to support accurate and effective monthly and year‑end financial statements as well as executive decision making. The Accounting Manager will collaborate closely with other departments to provide financial insights to support organizational goals and decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Core Accounting Leadership
• Oversee all accounts and subsidiary ledgers and manage daily accounting operations, including AP, AR, and the GL ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and DCAA regulatory requirements.
• Lead the monthly and annual close process including preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Prepare and review journal entries, variance analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations and resolving discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure consistent coding and classification throughout the company.
• Partner with department leaders to ensure financial accuracy and operational alignment
• Analyze financial data for budget variances and provide insight to management on what is driving large variances.
• Payroll Oversight
• Supervise the payroll function ensuring accurate, complaint, and timely processing for all employees
• Review payroll registers, tax filings, and adjustments prior to submission
• Maintain segregation of duties between HR and payroll
• Coordinate with HR on onboarding, terminations, leave programs, and benefits changes that impact payroll.
• Oversee payroll reconciliations, including taxes, garnishments, and benefit carrier invoices.
• Internal Controls and Compliance
• Work with leadership in the development, implementation, and monitoring of financial and operational controls.
• Maintain and strengthen existing internal controls across accounting and payroll processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal/state/local tax regulations, and company policies.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for accounting and payroll functions.
• Other responsibilities:
• Development of accounting/finance policies and procedures
• Support the preparation of indirect rate models, incurred cost submissions, and other government‑mandated reporting requirements.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and ensure compliance
• Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits.
• Special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, with at least 3 years in the government contracting industry.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP principles and DCAA compliance requirements.
• Experience managing government contracts, including FFP, CPFF, and T&M structures
• Experience with indirect rate modeling, incurred cost submissions, and other FAR‑related reporting.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, Unanet preferred but not required.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

EEO Statement

R&P Technologies provides equal opportunity for all persons and prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), veteran or marital status, or any other factor prohibited by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave, compensation, and training.
R&P maintains an affirmative action plan to establish fair access to employment opportunities and to create a work community that is an accurate reflection of the qualified workforce. Due to security clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

Salary

R&P offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes contributions towards health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other non‑salary benefits. Exact salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.