Accounting Manager/Supervisor

DescriptionAccounting Manager | Reston, VA (on-site) | $120-130K+15% bonus targetAre you a public accounting firm-trained accounting professional ready to take the next step into a high-impact leadership role? We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join a high-performing corporate accounting team and help drive operational excellence, strong financial reporting, and continuous process improvement. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who combines a strong technical accounting foundation with leadership ability, business partnership skills, and a passion for building and developing teams. Reporting to the Accounting Director, this role will lead the operational accounting function, oversee close and reporting activities, and play a key role in strengthening controls, improving processes, and supporting audit readiness.Why This Role Stands OutExcellent fit for professionals with a Big 4 or large regional public accounting backgroundHigh-visibility role with leadership responsibility and direct exposure to senior accounting leadershipOpportunity to influence process improvements, team development, and accounting operationsStrong mix of technical accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and people leadershipJoin a respected, growth-oriented organization with a strong track record of internal promotion and long-term career developmentKey ResponsibilitiesLead, coach, and develop the operational accounting team, creating an engaging and high-performance environmentCoordinate and execute the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality financial reportingPrepare and analyze management reporting to support business insight and decision-makingIdentify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across accounting operationsSupport the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR)Help ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and financial reporting standardsPartner with internal and external auditors and manage audit requests, deliverables, and communicationsResearch and evaluate technical accounting matters and support sound accounting conclusionsRequirementsWhat We’re Looking ForBachelor’s degree in Accounting or related fieldActive CPA Public accounting experience strongly preferred, ideally with a Big 4 firm or large regional firmMust have achieved Senior Associate or above in public accountingExperience leading or supervising teams of 3–6 professionalsStrong understanding of ICFR, including SEC and PCAOB control requirementsExperience researching and assessing technical accounting positionsContinuous improvement mindset with the ability to drive business value and operational enhancementsExcellent communication, analytical, and leadership skillsThe strongest candidates will bring a Big 4 foundation, technical accounting depth, and the ability to transition effectively from public accounting into a corporate leadership role. If you enjoy mentoring others, improving processes, and working in a dynamic environment where accounting is viewed as a strategic business partner, this could be an excellent next step.Please apply directly to this position for immediate consideration. Direct additional questions to Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedInJob typePerm