Accounting Manager

Position: Accounting Manager

Overview

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations and supporting financial reporting, compliance, and government contract accounting requirements in a regulated government contracting environment. Located in North Dallas Suburbs.

This role reports to the Controller and plays a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting indirect rate structures, ensuring job cost integrity, and preparing audit-ready documentation. The Accounting Manager partners closely with Finance, Program Management, Contracts, and Supply Chain to ensure operations align with GAAP, FAR, and CAS requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Financial Close

• Manage daily 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 reporting
• 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
• Provide accurate historical data to support indirect rate calculations, monitoring, and true-ups
• Assist with incurred cost submissions and audit support
• Reconcile project ledgers to the general ledger and support Estimate at Completion (EAC) processes
• Monitor Limitation of Cost and Limitation of Funds requirements

Compliance, Audit & Internal Controls

• Ensure adherence to GAAP, FAR, CAS, and internal policies
• Support audit requests and documentation requirements
• Prepare and coordinate federal, state, and local tax reporting packages for external advisors (including income, franchise, and sales/use tax)
• Ensure timely submission of required tax data for return preparation
• Support tax provision calculations and related journal entries

• Maintain tax compliance calendar and ensure adherence to filing deadlines
• Maintain audit-ready workpapers 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 platforms)
• Improve accounting workflows, reporting efficiency, and internal controls
• Participate in system upgrades, transitions, and 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 or defense industry (required)
• Demonstrated experience with:
• • General ledger and month-end close
  • Job cost accounting and project reporting
  • Indirect rate structures and cost pools
  • FAR Part 31 cost allowability principles
  • Audit support and documentation preparation
• Experience supporting organizations with $30M+ in annual revenue
• Strong Excel skills and experience with GovCon ERP systems (e.g., 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 government 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 mindset with the ability to identify cost trends and anomalies
• Ability to manage deadlines in a regulated, fast-paced environment
• Collaborative partner across Finance, Program Management, Contracts, and Supply Chain
• High integrity and commitment to compliance
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain financial data

Compensation & Benefits – Designed to Reward You

• Competitive 401(k) contribution of 4% (automatic) with immediate vesting
• $6,000 annual HSA contribution (family coverage)
• Medical premiums approximately $150/month
• Paid overtime for all positions
• Annual raises typically around 7%
• Approximately 5-6 weeks of paid time off annually
• Opportunities for professional growth in a high-performance environment
• Stable, long-term program support within a mission-driven organization

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or veteran status.