Accounting Manager (2025-0002) - Acclaim Technical Services

Reston, VA 20190

About the Job

Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading language, operations, and technology services company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow.

We are currently seeking an Accounting Manager to work alongside other members of our accounting team. The Accounting Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of government contracting regulations (FAR, CAS, DFARS), financial reporting, and compliance, along with management of accounting teams and systems. This role will work closely with senior leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, support strategic decisions-making, and ensure adherence to all relevant government requirements. Potential for hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities:

Lead month-end close, prepare and review monthly account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP. Manage the timely resolution of variances and discrepancies to maintain the integrity of financial reporting.
Oversee day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger management.
Lead and manage a team of accountants by assigning tasks, reviewing work, providing training, and evaluating performance.
Assist with data collection for audits and tax filings, ensuring timely and accurate submission of required documents.
Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
Ensure adherence to all applicable accounting regulations, tax laws, and industry standards.
Perform other accounting and finance duties as required.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent number of years of experience, plus five years of accounting experience, and two years of management experience.
Proven experience in managing payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions in a multi-project environment.
Experience with Deltek Costpoint 8.2 and Unanet Subcontractor Management
Government Contracting experience.
Expertise in use of Microsoft Excel
Strong attention to detail and excellent accounting skills
Ability to communicate effectively with internal customers and external auditors
Ability to manage multiple projects across different business lines and cost centers
Deadline driven and ability to plan ahead to ensure deadlines are met
Strong interpersonal skills and self-motivated

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action

ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by federal, state or local law. It is the policy of ATS not merely to refrain from employment discrimination as required by the various federal, state, and local enactments, but to take positive affirmative action to realize for women, people of color, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans full equal employment opportunity. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.

Source : Acclaim Technical Services