Accounting Manager/Assistant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

A well-established organization in a high-growth phase is seeking an Accounting Manager to step into a critical leadership role. This is an opportunity to join a stable business with strong market presence while helping scale operations and build out the next layer of finance leadership. This role serves as the operational backbone of the accounting function. Owning daily transactional flow through full month-end close and financial statement preparation. The Accounting Manager will oversee a team of 3 and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting while supporting a fast-paced, scaling environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee day-to-day accounting operations (AP, AR, Payroll)
• Own and execute the full month-end and year-end close process
• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules
• Ensure accuracy of general ledger activity, reconciliations, and reporting
• Improve processes and drive efficiencies to support company growth
• Partner cross-functionally to support financial operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close
• ERP system experience (Sage Intacct or similar strongly preferred)
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing staff
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting

Ideal Profile

• Hands-on leader who can balance execution with oversight
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Comfortable operating independently and building structure where needed
• Experience in project-based, construction, or government contracting environments is a plus

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including responsibility for close processes and reconciliations.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account analysis.
• Experience supporting financial statement audits and preparing audit-ready documentation.
• Proficiency in account reconciliation and month-end close within a multi-entity environment.
• Hands-on experience with Sage Intacct and advanced capability in Microsoft Excel.
• Understanding of job cost accounting principles and their application in operational finance.
• Familiarity with government contracting regulations, including FAR and DFARS.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a small, high-performing finance team.