Remote GAAP Accounting Manager & Controls Lead

Blue Ridge Associates; Charlottesville (VA); Remote; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

HSA with company contribution

PTO and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Blue Ridge Associates is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure GAAP‑compliant financial reporting, and support audit activities in a fast‑growing, technology‑enabled organization.

The ideal candidate is a CPA with strong technical skills who thrives in a dynamic environment and can lead ERP initiatives while mentoring staff. This fully remote role supports cross‑functional collaboration across Operations, Client Services, and Technology teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
• Active CPA license required
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior public accounting or audit experience preferred
• Experience in high-growth or technology-enabled environments preferred
• Experience with ERP systems and financial tools required

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process and ensure GAAP-compliant financial statements
• Manage general ledger activity including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations
• Maintain and enforce chart of accounts consistency
• Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
• Analyze variances between actuals, budget, and prior periods; communicate insights
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and rolling projections
• Coordinate with external auditors and document requests
• Design and monitor internal controls to ensure GAAP compliance
• Lead ERP system improvements and Reporting enhancements
• Mentor accounting staff and collaborate across functions

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

ERP experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA license

Tools

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Dynamics

SAP

Job description

Blue Ridge Associates is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure GAAP‑compliant financial reporting, and support audit activities in a fast‑growing, technology‑enabled organization.

The ideal candidate is a CPA with strong technical skills who thrives in a dynamic environment and can lead ERP initiatives while mentoring staff. This fully remote role supports cross‑functional collaboration across Operations, Client Services, and Technology teams.