Finance Manager - Government Contracting (Onsite)

SimIS Inc.; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SimIS, Inc. in Suffolk, VA is seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to oversee accounting, reporting and compliance for government contracts, with in-person on-site hours.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, payroll, AP/AR, tax filings, and audits. You will ensure FAR/DCAA compliance, GAAP adherence, and liaison with external auditors, CPAs, and government representatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business with 3-5 years government contractor accounting experience.
• 3-5 years of experience developing Government cost and pricing proposals
• Expert knowledge of GAAP, DCAA, and FAR regulations and requirements
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax compliance regulations and reporting
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with internal and external customers
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work within a deadline-driven environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to work independently with minimal direction
• Experience with QuickBooks Online accounting or similar accounting system

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all financial matters related to government contracts and administration department
• Oversee the financial aspects of government contract administration, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with government regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) requirements
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting. Prepare all necessary work papers to complete monthly and yearly financial statements for year-end CPA review
• General ledger account analysis and reconciliation (journal entries, etc.)
• Manage entire Accounts Payable process including entering invoices into QuickBooks Online and processing payments. Reconcile vendor statements to resolve discrepancies.
• Bank and credit card reconciliations including collection of receipts
• Review all employee timesheets, ensure corrections, monitor PTO balances and verify PTO requests
• Process payroll and employee expense reports
• Manage Accounts Receivable process including generation of customer invoices and application of payments
• Advise management about company insurance coverage for protection against property losses and potential liabilities
• Manage, prepare, and file reports for federal and state filing of tax returns including monthly sales tax
• Maintain asset list and depreciation schedule
• Manage and monitor project budgets, expenditures, and cash flows, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Collaborate with project managers, contract administrators, and other stakeholders to develop and review project budgets and cost estimates
• Conduct financial analysis and provide recommendations to optimize project profitability and cost efficiency.
• Maintain accounting system to accurately capture, track, and report financial data for government contracts and daily accounting operations
• Perform regular audits of financial records to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with government regulations and company policies
• Facilitate and support external audits and tax return preparation; act as liaison with external auditors, bankers, Federal/State representatives, etc. by providing requested documentation and addressing audit findings

Skills

GAAP knowledge

DCAA knowledge

FAR knowledge

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

QuickBooks Online

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tax compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Job description

SimIS, Inc. in Suffolk, VA is seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to oversee accounting, reporting and compliance for government contracts, with in-person on-site hours.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, payroll, AP/AR, tax filings, and audits. You will ensure FAR/DCAA compliance, GAAP adherence, and liaison with external auditors, CPAs, and government representatives.