Accounting Manager (GovCon) 16797533

Cherry Bekaert•Tysons Corner, VA

1d•$120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

A well‑established organization in the government contracting space is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager with strong accounting systems and compliance expertise to join on a contract‑to‑hire basis . This role plays a critical part in supporting accounting operations, system optimization, reporting, and audit readiness within a regulated GovCon environment.

Requirements

10+ years of accounting systems experience, including 7+ years within a government contracting environment
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
Prior experience managing and developing team members
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills; experience with BI/reporting tools required
Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills
Deltek Costpoint and Cognos experience preferred
Public accounting or accounting systems consulting experience preferred
Experience with RPA, automation, and digital initiatives a plus
Familiarity with FAR, DCAA, DFAS, DFARS, and federal contracting regulations preferred (not required)

Nice To Haves

Deltek Costpoint and Cognos experience preferred
Public accounting or accounting systems consulting experience preferred
Experience with RPA, automation, and digital initiatives a plus
Familiarity with FAR, DCAA, DFAS, DFARS, and federal contracting regulations preferred (not required)

Responsibilities

Collaborate with finance, compliance, and financial reporting teams to ensure accurate and timely setup of indirect rates and cost pools, maintaining consistency across all functions.
Manage Deltek Costpoint configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting to support evolving business and compliance requirements.
Lead year‑end Costpoint updates and data rollovers, ensuring accuracy and continuity across accounting modules.
Train, guide, and support cross‑functional users while improving system workflows, usability, and efficiency.
Maintain and enhance Cognos/Business Intelligence reporting, partnering with corporate systems teams to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
Leverage accounting systems, automation tools, and process improvements to reduce manual effort and strengthen financial reporting.
Support digital transformation initiatives including system optimization, extensibility enhancements, workflow improvements, and SQL‑based troubleshooting.
Respond to internal audit and SOX requests related to system controls and Risk Control Matrices, managing system‑related PBC documentation and auditor coordination.
Document system requirements, support testing, and assist with implementations and upgrades of accounting systems and processes.
Support special projects and additional initiatives focused on operational efficiency, automation, and continuous improvement.