Accounting Manager (GovCon)

We're looking for a sharp and driven Accounting Manager to join our growing finance team. This is a key role that directly supports our government contracts and ensures the financial integrity of our operations. The ideal candidate isn't just an accountant; they're a proactive problem-solver with a knack for leadership. You'll need deep expertise in Unanet and a strong grasp of government contracting principles (GAAP | FAR | CAS). This position provides guidance to the staff accountant and reports directly to the Controller.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Oversee the full accounting cycle, from accounts payable and receivable to journal entries and reconciliations. You will lead the month-end close process, perform consolidations, and prepare accurate financial statements.
• System Administration: Serve as the backup Unanet Systems Administrator, ensuring system functionality, data integrity, and providing user support.
• Project Accounting: Provide robust support to project teams. This includes preparing financial reports, setting up new projects, and managing the project pipeline within the system.
• Compliance & Reporting: Prepare and submit state and federal financial reports. You will also generate and analyze contract-specific financial reports, such as quarterly GSA reporting and annual labor hour reports.
• Operational Support: Serve as an integral part of the payroll process. Act as a backup for pricing activities, including assisting with the development of cost proposals. Assist legal counsel with basic sales contracting support.
• Audit Readiness: Lead the preparation of audit requests (PBCs) for annual financial statements and 401K audits. You will also provide support for DCAA audits as needed.
• Team Leadership: Support a staff accountant, providing clear direction and task management to ensure the department’s success.
• Process Improvement: Drive the continuous improvement of accounting processes and internal controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with a significant portion in a government contracting environment.
• Required: Proven expertise and hands-on experience as a Unanet administrator.
• Experience with various contract types including FFP, T&M, and Cost-Plus.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP, FAR, CAS, and DCAA compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to perform advanced data analysis (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and mentor junior team members.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred: A CPA or CMA certification or actively pursuing one. 
• Preferred: Unanet System Administrator certification.

Requirements for role: 

GovCon experience (required): Prior experience working in the accounting department of a small–mid-size GovCon (breadth over siloed roles).

Unanet (required): Hands-on Unanet experience; able to serve as backup Unanet System Admin (project setup, data integrity, user support).

Advisory/consulting experience (preferred, not required): Nice-to-have; not a knockout. Candidates with only advisory must still demonstrate full-cycle accounting capability.

The salary range for this role is $125,000 - $150,000, depending on experience and location (compensation is based on geographic zone).

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience