Interim Accounting Manager - GAAP & Government Contracting

HRB; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert is assisting a growing, publicly traded technology organization in identifying an Interim Accounting Manager to support the Controller during a critical period of growth and transition. This consultant will play a key role in month-end close activities, reconciliations, process improvements, and government contracting accounting operations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys digging into the details while helping strengthen financial processes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Experience leading accounting teams or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP is required.
• Government contracting experience is required.
• Experience with monthly close and reconciliations is required.
• Hands-on attitude in day-to-day accounting operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Controller with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Assist with maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Support government contracting accounting requirements and compliance.
• Assist with financial reporting and accounting operations as needed.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across finance and accounting functions.

Skills

Accounting leadership

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Reconciliations

Government contracting accounting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Public company / public accounting exp

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Cherry Bekaert is assisting a growing, publicly traded technology organization in identifying an Interim Accounting Manager to support the Controller during a critical period of growth and transition. This consultant will play a key role in month-end close activities, reconciliations, process improvements, and government contracting accounting operations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys digging into the details while helping strengthen financial processes and