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Position Summary:
We are seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to manage day-to-day accounting operations and support the company’s financial reporting, manufacturing operations, audit, tax, and financial control activities. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, strong knowledge of month-end and year-end close processes, and direct experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. This is an on-site position in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and will work closely with Finance, Operations, Procurement, and other business functions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
• Perform and oversee AP functions, including invoice review, proper coding, vendor reconciliations, payment processing, and resolution of vendor discrepancies.
• Perform and oversee AR functions, including customer invoicing, payment application, account reconciliations, aging review, collections, and follow-up on outstanding balances.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reporting. • Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
• Support manufacturing accounting, including inventory, cost of goods sold, work in process, fixed assets, prepayments, and manufacturing-related expenses.
• Assist with inventory reconciliations, physical inventory counts, and inventory valuation.
• Work directly with external auditors, preparing schedules, supporting documentation, reconciliations, and responses to audit requests.
• Assist external tax professionals with federal, state, and local tax preparation, including gathering documentation and reconciling tax-related accounts.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and financial reporting as needed.
• Maintain and improve accounting procedures, documentation, and internal controls.
• Assist with ERP implementation, accounting system improvements, and process automation.
• Partner with Operations, Procurement, and other departments to improve accounting processes and the accuracy and timeliness of financial information.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with Accounting preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment. Manufacturing accounting experience is required.
• Hands-on experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Strong experience with month-end and year-end close.
• Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Experience supporting external audits and working directly with auditors.
• Experience assisting with corporate tax preparation and supporting schedules.
• Understanding of inventory accounting, COGS, fixed assets, accruals, and manufacturing accounting.
• Strong knowledge of QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Systems & Technology
Experience with the following is preferred:
• QuickBooks Online
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Microsoft Power BI
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft 365 applications. Experience with ERP implementations or accounting system transitions is a strong plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
• CPA or CPA candidate is a plus.
• Experience with U.S. government customers or government contractors is a plus.
• Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, or DCAA accounting concepts is a plus.
• Experience in defense, aerospace, drone/UAS, electronics, engineering, or a related manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Experience improving accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting in a growing organization.
Work Location: This position is 100% on-site in Virginia Beach, VA.
