Outsourced Accounting Manager - Government Contracting

Overview

A top 20 CPA and advisory firm with over 40 U.S. offices and international locations is seeking a Manager to join their Aerospace, Defense, and Government (ADG) Outsourced Accounting team. This role focuses on providing accounting services to government contracting clients, helping them operate efficiently, remain audit-ready, and make informed business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day outsourced accounting services for a portfolio of government contracting clients
• Serve as the primary point of contact, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of accounting operations
• Oversee project management of accounting deliverables, schedules, and month-end close processes
• Manage audits and reviews including DCAA, CPA, and incurred cost submissions
• Develop and manage indirect rate structures, budgets, forecasts, and cost submissions
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements with variance and trend analysis
• Identify and resolve accounting, system, and process issues
• Prepare clear, client-ready summaries of financial results, forecasts, and improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with CEOs and leadership teams on financial decision-making and scenario analysis alongside CFO Advisors
• Manage work independently with sound judgment and initiative
• Review and oversee the work of support staff to ensure accuracy and quality

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within government contracting
• Prior experience working for or with government contractors
• Hands-on experience with job-cost accounting systems such as Unanet, Costpoint, QuickBooks, or similar (required)
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, job costing, and GAAP
• Working knowledge of FAR requirements, DCAA compliance, and indirect rate structures
• Experience managing audits and interacting with external auditors
• Proven ability to manage multiple clients, priorities, and deadlines
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and client-service skills, able to translate financial data into actionable insights
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to oversee and ensure quality of work performed by others
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $100,000 - $140,000 per year
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective from the first day of employment
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• 401(k) plan with profit sharing
• 9+ holidays and discretionary time off
• Parental leave for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Tuition assistance and CPA support programs with cash incentives upon completion
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group, and individual performance
• Incentive compensation related to new client origination
• Wellness program
• Flexible work environment including remote and hybrid options

Location

Multiple U.S. office locations with options for remote and hybrid work arrangements.

Additional Information

The application window is anticipated to close on May 30th and may be extended as needed.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, military service obligations, or any other protected category under applicable law.

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