Accounting Manager

Description We are looking for an Accounting Manager to support a client engagement in Washington, District of Columbia. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented accountant with a strong command of nonprofit or government contracting environments and a hands-on approach to managing core accounting operations. The person in this role will help maintain accurate financial records, oversee close activities, and contribute to audit readiness through disciplined review and reconciliation practices.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly closing activities by coordinating timelines, reviewing entries, and ensuring financial results are finalized accurately and on schedule.
• Manage general ledger operations, including oversight of account activity, balance integrity, and proper financial classification.
• Prepare and review journal entries to support routine and non-routine accounting transactions with appropriate documentation.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.
• Support financial statement audit preparation by organizing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and validating supporting records.
• Monitor accounting processes within nonprofit or government contracting frameworks to help maintain compliance with applicable standards and reporting expectations.
• Analyze financial data and identify areas requiring adjustment, follow-up, or process improvement to strengthen reporting accuracy. Requirements
• Prior experience serving as an Accounting Manager or in a comparable accounting leadership role.
• Background in nonprofit accounting or government contracting accounting is required.
• Strong working knowledge of month-end close procedures and general ledger management.
• Experience preparing and reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Familiarity with financial statement audit support and auditor documentation requests.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in standard accounting systems and spreadsheet-based financial analysis.

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