Accounting Manager

HireCapital; Summit Point (WV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HireCapital partners with a GovCon and commercial services client in Summit Point, WV, seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and lead a small accounting team on-site.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of full-cycle corporate accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, GovCon experience, and proven leadership. You will own month-end close, financial reporting, and mentor staff as the company grows.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 7+ years of Full-Cycle, Corporate Accounting experience with strong GAAP knowledge and GovCon industry experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience Managing Accounting Operations.
• A capable communicator with the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities.
• Software: Strong MS Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) and Unanet ERP system experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting functions, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Manage accounts receivable/payable, payroll, revenue recognition, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Implement process improvements, relevant accounting processes, and controls that are scalable and audit-ready.
• Manage relations with outsourced accounting or auditing services and coordinate closing activities.
• Lead accounting operations process or system improvement initiatives as necessary.
• Assist the VP of Finance with treasury operations, banking relationships, financing, and other areas.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Excel

Unanet ERP

Job description

Accounting Manager

Summit Point, WV | 100% On-Site | Full-Time, Exempt | $120K — $140K

Overview

We are partnered with a well-established organization providing GovCon and Commercial services in Summit Point, WV. They pride themselves on a personalized approach with unparalleled flexibility, while keeping their team and people at the heart of everything they do. With decades of industry experience built on a culture of respect, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, our client is planning for its next phase of growth. Thus, they are seeking a like-minded candidate who shares these values to join their team as an Accounting Manager.

This position will oversee the day-to-day accounting operations of a small accounting team, while maintaining hands-on accounting duties themself. The ideal candidate will have strong corporate accounting experience within the GovCon sector, with hands‑on ownership of full-cycle accounting duties through month-end close and financial reporting . Strong team leadership andmentorship experience will be an important requirement as well. In addition, this candidate should bring a strong educational background in accounting, practical GAAP knowledge and experience, along with extensive knowledge of GovCon andFederal Accounting Compliance , such as DCAA, FAR, andCAS.

Primary Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Close

• Oversee daily accounting functions, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Manage accounts receivable/payable, payroll, revenue recognition, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Implement process improvements, relevant accounting processes, and controls that are scalable and audit-ready.
• Manage relations with any outsourced accounting or auditing services and coordinate all closing activities.
• Lead any accounting operations process or system improvement initiatives as necessary.
• Assist the VP of Finance with additional duties in treasury operations, banking relationships, financing, and other areas.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure regulatory and tax compliance for federal, state, and local requirements.
• Prepare accurate, timely financial statements in compliance with US GAAP, DCAA, FAR, and CAS.
• Oversee commission reporting and revenue reconciliations.
• Lead external audit processes from preparation through completion.

Leadership, Team Development, and Growth

• Manage an accounting team of four (4) to ensure smooth day-to-day accounting operations and tasks are completed.
• Review and adjust KPIs and performance metrics and provide support to team members as necessary.
• Be a coach and mentor to help facilitate further expansion of knowledge and growth within the team.
• Support the team and company throughout their growth trajectory, including potential for international business needs.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 7+ years of Full-Cycle, Corporate Accounting experience with strong GAAP knowledge and GovCon industry experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience Managing Accounting Operations.
• A capable communicator with the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities.
• Software: Strong MS Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) and Unanet ERP system experience are required.

HireCapital and our clients are equal opportunity employers committed to inclusive workplaces.