Finance Manager

VERUS RESEARCH LLC•Albuquerque, NM

10d•$120,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Verus Research is searching for a Finance Manager to support our growing research and development (R&D) organization. The Finance Manager will oversee Accounts Payable and Payroll, including the employees and processes supporting these functions. This position will also support broader accounting and finance activities, including month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, audits, internal controls, and other financial initiatives. The Finance Manager will help ensure financial processes are accurate, timely, and responsive to the needs of the enterprise. This posting is for work in the Albuquerque, NM, area. The ideal candidate for the Finance Manager position will possess strong technical and leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with five (5) or more years of relevant experience
Experience leading employees and overseeing Accounts Payable and Payroll functions
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, account reconciliations, month-end close, and internal controls
Experience developing and improving financial policies, procedures, and processes
Experience supporting financial audits and related documentation requirements
Demonstrated proficiency with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and payroll systems
Strong Microsoft Excel and financial analysis skills
Demonstrated ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and drive activities through to completion

Nice To Haves

Experience with JAMIS Prime and Paycom is preferred
Experience with government aerospace or defense contracting and knowledge of FAR, CAS, and DCAA requirements is preferred
CPA, CMA, Master’s degree, or other relevant professional certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee Accounts Payable and Payroll, including the employees and processes supporting these functions.
Support broader accounting and finance activities, including month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, audits, internal controls, and other financial initiatives.
Ensure financial processes are accurate, timely, and responsive to the needs of the enterprise.