Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager – Laurel, MD

CFS is partnering with a growing organization to identify an Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations and support accurate, timely financial reporting. This is a hands-on role responsible for managing the accounting team, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and partnering closely with leadership to support business operations.

The Accounting Manager will handle core accounting functions, lead the month-end close process, and assist with audits, reporting, and internal controls while reporting to senior finance leadership.

Job Duties for the Accounting Manager:

• Manage and support the accounting team, providing day-to-day guidance, task prioritization, and performance feedback
• Oversee core accounting functions including AP, AR, payroll, billing, general ledger, and month-end close
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses to maintain financial accuracy
• Support project and contract accounting, including billing accuracy, revenue recognition, and budget-to-actual analysis
• Assist with cash flow tracking, forecasting, and coordination with banking partners
• Maintain and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Support annual audits, government reporting, and compliance activities; prepare schedules and act as a key audit contact
• Oversee payroll processing and benefit-related accounting, including reconciliations and coordination with vendors
• Monitor collections activity, help resolve billing discrepancies, and support positive client and vendor relationships
• Partner with the Controller/CFO to provide financial insights and operational support

Qualifications for the Accounting Manager:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role
  
  • Experience with AP, AR, payroll, billing, general ledger, and month-end close
  • Exposure to project-based or multi-entity accounting preferred
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting/ERP systems
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize multiple tasks, and work both independently and collaboratively