Sr. Manager, Cost Accountig

Centrus Global•Bethesda, MD

About The Position

Job Summary: Do you thrive where precision meets complexity—and where the numbers really matter? As Senior Manager, Cost Accounting at Centrus Energy , you’ll be the financial architect behind our government contracting operations. From navigating CAS and FAR requirements to guiding technical accounting decisions and leading audits with confidence, you’ll ensure our cost structure is rock-solid, compliant, and ready to support critical national missions. This is a high-impact role for a strategic accounting leader who enjoys solving complex puzzles, mentoring teams, and partnering across the business to drive smart financial outcomes. What You Will Do: You’ll lead all cost accounting activities tied to government contracts, ensuring compliance with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), FAR, and U.S. GAAP while maintaining the highest levels of financial integrity. This includes overseeing indirect rate structures, cost allocations, and contract billings; providing technical accounting guidance on complex transactions; supporting audits and government reviews; and partnering with finance, legal, and operations teams to inform contract negotiations and reporting. You’ll also mentor a high-performing accounting team and help modernize accounting processes through ERP enhancements and automation initiatives.

Requirements

CPA certification
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a government contracting environment
Deep knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
Strong technical accounting expertise under U.S. GAAP
Experience working with ERP systems (e.g. Oracle Fusion Cloud)
Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

Experience working with DCAA audits and government cost proposals.
Ability to interpret and apply complex accounting standards.
Proven track record of process improvement and team leadership.

Responsibilities

Lead all cost accounting activities tied to government contracts, ensuring compliance with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), FAR, and U.S. GAAP
Oversee indirect rate structures, cost allocations, and contract billings
Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions
Support audits and government reviews
Partner with finance, legal, and operations teams to inform contract negotiations and reporting
Mentor a high-performing accounting team
Modernize accounting processes through ERP enhancements and automation initiatives

Benefits

Paid vacation based on your length of service
Paid personal leave
Twelve paid holidays each year
Paid sick leave
Company paid life insurance for up to one times your salary, with the option to purchase additional insurance for yourself and your dependents
Company subsidized health insurance including preferred provider organization, point-of-service and HMO plans, as well as dental and prescription drug coverage
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts are available with the ability to set aside up to $2,550 for Health Care and up to $5,000 for Dependent Care each calendar year.
Company paid long- and short-term disability insurance to protect your income if you are sick or injured
A 401(k) savings program with immediate eligibility to participate and with a company match of up to 7%
Tuition reimbursement for courses taken at an accredited college or university when certain criteria are met
An employer paid employee assistance program available to support both employees and members of their household
Free parking