Senior Accounting Manager - Lead Close, AP/AR & Automation

Randstad USA; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking a hands-on Senior Accounting Manager in the Newport News area to lead core accounting operations. You will manage month-end close, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll while driving improvements in financial reporting and systems.

The role requires deep experience in government contracting accounting, strong leadership, and a CPA. Excellent communication with leadership and external auditors is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Active CPA license strongly preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive financial management and corporate accounting experience, with government contracting ERP exposure (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Deltek GCS Premier).

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close cycles, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Direct accounts payable, accounts receivable/billing, and payroll processes.
• Drive continuous improvements across financial reporting and internal systems.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and establish best practices.
• Oversee audits and internal controls; liaise with external auditors and regulators.
• Champion accounting process automation and systems modernization.

Skills

Full-Cycle Accounting

Month-End Close

Year End Close

Team Management

Workflow Optimization

Internal Controls

CPA

Accounting in Gov't contracting ERP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Master’s degree preferred

CPA license

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Deltek GCS Premier

Job description

Randstad USA is seeking a hands-on Senior Accounting Manager in the Newport News area to lead core accounting operations. You will manage month-end close, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll while driving improvements in financial reporting and systems.

The role requires deep experience in government contracting accounting, strong leadership, and a CPA. Excellent communication with leadership and external auditors is essential.