Remote Accounting Manager — Project-Based Billing

Enterprise Peak; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Enterprise Peak is seeking an experienced accounting professional to own the accounting function for a remote, fast-paced staffing and professional services organization. You will manage AR/AP, payroll, billing, PO tracking, and financial reporting, with emphasis on government contracting and audit readiness.

You will lead month-end close, cash flow management, and internal controls while coordinating with leadership to improve processes and ensure timely invoicing and PO funding.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including 3–5 years in staffing, consulting, or professional services.
• Experience with government contractors, federal customers, or regulated vendor accounting is strongly preferred.
• Expertise in financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Manage GL accounting, reconciliations, AP, AR, payroll, and close processes.
• Process multi-state payroll and payroll reconciliations.
• Oversee bank and treasury functions and banking relationships.
• Prepare revenue/expense forecasts and support budgeting.
• Develop/improve accounting policies and procedures.
• Monitor internal controls and risk.
• Own PO tracking, PO availability, renewals, and customer follow-up.
• Prepare, send, and track customer invoices with accurate documentation.
• Support FAR- and/or DCAA-related documentation, billing, cost tracking, and audit-readiness.

Skills

Project-based accounting

Accounts Receivable/collections

PO management

Revenue recognition

Government contractor accounting

QuickBooks Online

Excel

MS Office Suite

Communication skills

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Enterprise Peak is seeking an experienced accounting professional to own the accounting function for a remote, fast-paced staffing and professional services organization. You will manage AR/AP, payroll, billing, PO tracking, and financial reporting, with emphasis on government contracting and audit readiness.

You will lead month-end close, cash flow management, and internal controls while coordinating with leadership to improve processes and ensure timely invoicing and PO funding.