Accounting Manager

Enlightened, Inc.•Washington, DC

70d•$110,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Enlightened is seeking an Accounting Manager to run the day-to-day accounting function, maintain accurate and audit-ready books, own the close process, and manage a small accounting team. The role supports leadership with clear, reliable financial information and works with the Controller on budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow visibility. This is a hybrid position based in Enlightened’s Washington, DC office, with three days in the office and two days working from home. Free parking is available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
At least 8 years of accounting experience, including at least three to five years managing people.
Solid grasp of GAAP.
Hands-on experience with a cloud-based and server-based ERP, such as Dynamics SL or UNANET.
Advanced Excel skills beyond basic formulas.
Ability to explain financial variances clearly to non-accountants.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA.
Experience in Gov Con, commercial, and private contracts.
Experience managing an ERP migration from start to finish.

Responsibilities

Run monthly and year-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of timely, accurate financial statements.
Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, the general ledger, bank reconciliations, cash forecasting, financial reporting, and fixed assets.
Maintain GAAP-compliant books and effective internal controls.
Serve as the main point of contact for external auditors and tax preparers.
Supervise, coach, guide, and develop two accounting staff members.
Proactively identify and communicate variances and trends in financial results.
Work with the Controller on budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow visibility.
Identify and improve inefficient or manual accounting processes, including streamlining workflows and automating repetitive tasks.