Accounting Manager
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Job Location:
Dallas County, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position: Accounting Manager
Overview
The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations and supporting financial reporting compliance and government contract accounting requirements in a regulated government contracting environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Operations & Financial Close
Manage day-to-day accounting activities including general ledger accounts payable accounts receivable payroll billing and cash applications
Lead monthly and year-end close processes ensuring timely and accurate results
Prepare and review journal entries account reconciliations and supporting schedules
Maintain balance sheet integrity and resolve discrepancies
Support preparation of internal financial reporting packages
Government Contracting & Job Cost Accounting
Maintain accurate job cost accounting across cost-type T&M FPIF and FFP contracts
Ensure proper cost accumulation and segregation in compliance with FAR Part 31 and CAS
Provides accurate historical information to assist indirect rate calculations monitoring and true ups
Assist with incurred cost submission preparation and audit support
Reconcile project ledger to general ledger and support EAC processes
Assist in monitoring Limitation of Cost / Limitation of Funds requirements
Compliance Audit & Internal Controls
Ensure adherence to GAAP FAR CAS and company policies
Support DCAA/DCMA audit requests and documentation requirements
Prepare and coordinate state federal and local tax reporting packages for third-party tax advisors including corporate income tax franchise tax sales/use tax and other required filings
Ensure timely submission of required tax data to external providers for federal and state income tax return preparation
Support tax provision calculations and related journal entries
Maintain tax compliance calendar and ensure adherence to filing deadlines
Maintain audit-ready work papers and documentation
Assist in documenting and improving accounting policies and procedures
Ensure accounting system data integrity and compliance
Systems & Process Improvement
Support ERP system administration (e.g. Deltek Costpoint Unanet or similar)
Improve accounting workflows reporting efficiency and internal controls
Participate in system upgrades transitions or process automation initiatives
Required Qualifications
Bachelor s degree in accounting Finance or related field
5 8 years of progressive accounting experience
Prior experience in government contracting / defense industry (required)
Demonstrated experience with:
o General ledger and month-end close
o Job cost accounting and project reporting
o Indirect rate structures and cost pools
o FAR Part 31 cost allowability principles
o Audit support and documentation preparation
Experience working in a government contractor with $30M in annual revenue
Strong Excel skills and experience with GovCon ERP systems (Deltek Costpoint Unanet or similar)
Ability to work in a hands-on mid-market environment
Preferred Qualifications
CPA or CMA (or progress toward certification)
Experience supporting incurred cost submissions
Familiarity with DCAA audits
Experience with EAC forecasting and revenue recognition (ASC 606)
Exposure to forward pricing rate proposals
Key Competencies
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Analytical thinker with ability to identify cost trends and anomalies
Ability to manage deadlines in a regulated fast-paced environment
Collaborative partner to Program Management Contracts Finance and Supply Chain
High integrity and commitment to compliance
Effective communicator with ability to explain financial data clearly
Base Salary Range: $110k to $150k
