Accounting Manager

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support financial operations for a Contract position based in Portsmouth, Virginia. This role will oversee core accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records, and help ensure timely reporting in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge and a hands-on approach to managing close processes, reconciliations, and audit support.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly closing cycle by coordinating deadlines, reviewing results, and ensuring financial data is finalized accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain and oversee the general ledger, ensuring transactions are recorded correctly and account balances reflect current activity.
• Prepare and review journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation to promote accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding issues in a timely manner.
• Support financial statement audit activities by organizing required schedules, responding to requests, and working closely with auditors.
• Monitor the integrity of accounting records and recommend process improvements that strengthen controls and reporting accuracy.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather financial information, clarify variances, and support routine reporting needs. Requirements
• Proven experience managing month-end close activities within an accounting environment.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger processes and financial reporting practices.
• Hands-on experience preparing and reviewing account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Background supporting financial statement audits and responding to auditor requests.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and internal control expectations.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in financial work.
• Ability to manage deadlines effectively and communicate clearly with cross-functional teams.

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