Accounting Manager – Government Contracting Leader

Sa-Tech; New Mexico; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

PTO and Holidays

EAP

Job summary

Southwest Range Services (SRS) is seeking an Accounting Manager to support the MSS program at White Sands Missile Range, NM. The role focuses on leading accounting operations, supervising staff, and maintaining cost tracking across contracts.

You will collaborate with finance leadership, ensure accuracy in financial reporting, and support a fast-paced government contracting environment with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in accounting or related field from accredited institution.
• Master of Accountancy is desired; CPA in good standing preferred.
• Minimum five years in accounting with supervisory duties; government contracting experience preferred.
• Strong MS Excel skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and balance staff workloads, training, and development.
• Collaborate with Director of Finance on accounting operations.
• Oversee high-volume, fast-paced accounting activities.
• Maintain accounting system integrity and cost tracking by contract.
• Monitor costs, fringe benefits, and PMO costs.
• Provide coverage across accounting, AP, AR, payroll, invoicing, travel, and purchasing.

Skills

Team leadership

Financial accounting

MS Excel

Communication skills

Government contracting knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Accountancy

Master of Accountancy

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Southwest Range Services (SRS) is seeking an Accounting Manager to support the MSS program at White Sands Missile Range, NM. The role focuses on leading accounting operations, supervising staff, and maintaining cost tracking across contracts.

You will collaborate with finance leadership, ensure accuracy in financial reporting, and support a fast-paced government contracting environment with strong analytical and communication skills.