Accounting Manager: Own Close, Gov't Contracts & Forecasting

Strativ Group; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Equity opportunities

Job summary

Strativ Group in Torrance, CA is seeking an Accounting Manager to own the accounting function in a hands-on role. You will work closely with the CFO and cross‑functional teams in a fast-growing aerospace and defense company.

The role focuses on monthly close, cost accounting, governance around FAR/DFARS and DCAA, and scaling internal controls. Strong GAAP knowledge and ERP experience are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 2+ years in a management or lead capacity.
• Experience with FAR/DFARS, DCAA, indirect rates and government contracting.
• Strong manufacturing cost accounting experience, including standard costing and inventory.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and technical accounting.
• Experience with an ERP such as NetSuite, QuickBooks or similar.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• A hands-on, builder mindset and the ability to work cross-functionally.
• High level of autonomy and ownership.
• Lean team focused on impact.
• Well-funded and already generating revenue.
• Strong benefits and equity opportunities.
• Opportunity to build processes rather than inherit them.
• Based in Torrance, CA, with a move to a new facility in Hawthorne, CA planned.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly close, reconciliations and GAAP financial reporting.
• Build and maintain cost accounting processes, including standard costing, variance analysis and inventory valuation.
• Manage accounting requirements around FAR/DFARS, DCAA and government contracts.
• Oversee AP/AR and cash flow.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Develop internal controls and accounting processes as the company scales.
• Work with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Improve accounting systems, processes and workflows.

Skills

Accounting

GAAP

Cost accounting

Excel

ERP knowledge (NetSuite/QuickBooks)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks

Job description

Strativ Group in Torrance, CA is seeking an Accounting Manager to own the accounting function in a hands-on role. You will work closely with the CFO and cross‑functional teams in a fast-growing aerospace and defense company.

The role focuses on monthly close, cost accounting, governance around FAR/DFARS and DCAA, and scaling internal controls. Strong GAAP knowledge and ERP experience are essential for success in this position.