Senior Accounting Manager

Aston Carter - Germantown, MD

Full-time - Mid Level

Germantown, MD

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Senior Accounting Manager at Aston Carter is responsible for overseeing a moderately large and complex accounting function within a government contracting environment. This role involves direct management of accounting staff, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and serving as a liaison with external auditors and regulatory authorities. The position is focused on maintaining accurate financial reporting and improving accounting processes to support the company's objectives.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage a moderately large/complex accounting function and the accounting staff.
• Monitor department policies and procedures and recommend improvements.
• Ensure accurate and timely external document submissions and filings.
• Serve as a liaison between the company and external auditors and regulatory authorities.
• Complete reports and analyses of departmental and area operations as requested by management.
• Work with external consultants or auditors to provide required information and ensure proper recordkeeping.
• Manage the preparation of daily, monthly, annual, and other periodic financial statements.
• Develop, modify, and review accounting systems, reporting methods, and controls.
• Ensure integration of data produced into systems to support financial analysts' objectives.
• Compile, analyze, and report accounting data and revenue in accordance with GAAP policies and procedures.
• Oversee the employment, training, motivation, and discipline of direct reports.
• Assign, direct, and evaluate personnel to ensure efficient operations.
• Ensure accounting activities comply with established legal, regulatory, and company procedures.
• Establish accounting plans, goals, and policies consistent with company-wide goals.
• Support and communicate the mission, values, and culture of the organization.
• Monitor and analyze financial information and prepare specialized reports.
• Balance books and prepare accounting statements (profit/loss, income, cash flow, etc.).
• Record assets, liabilities, and other financial transactions.
• Maintain records of disbursements and expenses.
• Review accounts and reports for accuracy.
• Contribute to the design or modification of accounting systems.
• Improve processes and procedures for capturing, tracking, and reporting financial transactions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Accounting Management experience.
• 3+ years of experience in Government Contracting.
• 2+ years of Deltek Costpoint experience.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP).
• Manufacturing experience.