Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Accounting Manager, General Ledger

Hybrid - Rockville, VA

$130,000 - $140,000 + discretionary bonus

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnered with a ~$300M  biologics/scientific instruments firm who is seeking an Accounting Manager to join their team. The  Accounting Manager, General Ledger will lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including the preparation and review of journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations across both consolidated and non-consolidated entities.

This role will also oversee and approve key financial calculations, including intercompany agreements, royalties, bonuses, and commissions, while ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish performance goals, set priorities, and assign responsibilities for the General Ledger team
• Conduct performance evaluations, administer compensation adjustments, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
• Review journal entries and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities across multiple entities
• Supervise the preparation of financial statements and management reports
• Review account reconciliations and validate the accuracy of balances
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Perform and lead P&L variance analysis, providing insights to leadership
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Evaluate new accounting guidance and support implementation
• Assist in maintaining and documenting accounting policies and procedures
• Support and monitor financial internal controls
• Supervise consolidation processes, including elimination entries
• Review intercompany transactions and ensure proper elimination
• Coordinate with Finance, Legal, and Tax teams to maintain updated intercompany agreements
• Review and approve intercompany, royalty, bonus, and commission calculations
• Review debt compliance schedules for accuracy and adherence to loan agreements
• Oversee revenue allocations for bundled performance obligations in accordance with ASC 606
• Lead efforts to improve close processes, schedules, and systems
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Support year-end audit activities and provide ad hoc financial analysis as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (MBA a plus)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in public and/or corporate accounting; multi-national experience preferred
• At least 2 years of management experience
• CPA designation preferred
• Must have strong Excel background Pivot-VLOOKUP
• Strong knowledge of GAAP (government accounting experience is a plus)
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and develop actionable insights
• Experience with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting environments
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization
• Hands-on leadership style with a proven ability to build, develop, and manage high-performing teams
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Benefits

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Additional voluntary benefits (pet insurance, identity protection, home/auto discounts, and more)