Senior Accounting Manager

Harmonia Holdings Group, LLC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager of Accounting to oversee the accuracy and compliance of general ledger and accounts payable functions. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely month-end closes and audit readiness while managing a talented team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and government accounting standards, and demonstrate advanced analytical skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values strategic insight and hands-on expertise, where your contributions will drive financial integrity and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of accounting experience in government contracting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, FAR, CAS regulations.
• Experience managing full-cycle general ledger accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle general ledger accounting functions.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, and CAS regulations.
• Support external audits and implement new accounting standards.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

government accounting standards (FAR, CAS)

Deltek Costpoint

advanced Excel skills

analytical and problem-solving abilities

communication skills

organizational skills

relationship skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

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The Senior Manager of Accounting will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the company’s general ledger and accounts payable functions. This position requires a strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, government accounting standards (FAR, CAS), and experience working in a DCAA-compliant environment. The ideal candidate will bring both hands-on technical expertise and a strategic mindset to support month-end close, audit readiness, and accounts payable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage full-cycle general ledger accounting functions.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closes.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Analyze financial data and present insights to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, and CAS regulations.
• Assist with the implementation of new accounting standards.
• Manage the full-scale accounts payable and expense reporting process including oversight of the team, reconciliations, review of vouchers, payment processing, and corrections.
• Maintain accurate financial records and data systems, including managing vendor files and management of the Vendor Maintenance process.
• Support external audits, including financial, DCAA, and internal control reviews.
• Participate in system upgrades and process improvement initiatives.
• Conduct account research and handle ad-hoc accounting, reporting, and administrative tasks as necessary.
• Recommend and implement best practices to optimize efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Contracts, Program Management and other departments to ensure accurate project accounting and to resolve issues and discrepancies.
• Promote a positive team environment through supervision and mentorship of the team to ensure optimal performance and professional growth.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide coaching to enhance team skills.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 8+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3+ years in a managerial role within a government contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, FAR, CAS, and indirect rate structures.
• Deep knowledge of Deltek Costpoint accounting software.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large datasets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong relationship skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with financial audits and DCAA compliance.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Accounting

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