Lead Accounting Manager - Close & GAAP Expert

Fairfield by Marriott, Staunton; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield by Marriott, Staunton seeks an Accounting Manager to own the month-end close under the supervision of the Controller. You will lead journal entries, GL analysis, and ensure GAAP compliance while guiding a skilled team of accountants.

This role covers cost management, financial reporting, audits, budgeting, tax returns, and contractual accounting across government and commercial contracts, with travel <25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 8-15 years general ledger accounting experience.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close; journal entries and GL analysis.
• Manage indirect cost reports and submissions.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for senior operations personnel.
• Oversee and prepare month-end customer invoices.
• Prepare Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Fixed Asset accounting.
• Assist with the year-end financial audit.
• Assist with development of the annual budget.
• Manage state filing and registration process.
• Sales and Property Tax Return preparation.
• Perform special projects as assigned by Controller.
• Occasional travel required (<25%).

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Excel and Word experience

ERP Financial Management system

Collaboration skills

Problem solver

Revenue recognition

Government and commercial contracts

Job Cost Accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Costpoint

Job description

Fairfield by Marriott, Staunton seeks an Accounting Manager to own the month-end close under the supervision of the Controller. You will lead journal entries, GL analysis, and ensure GAAP compliance while guiding a skilled team of accountants.

This role covers cost management, financial reporting, audits, budgeting, tax returns, and contractual accounting across government and commercial contracts, with travel <25%.