Company Description At RED GATE we do everything we can to serve our clients:
Using the right technical skills, unique methodologies, best practices, and integrated technology, we help clients implement bold solutions. New approaches to emerging and evolving threats. Non-traditional ways to overcome entrenched obstacles. Advantage through opportunity. If you have a serious challenge or problem, we can help you solve it. The below job description provides details on how this role will help to serve our clients.
Job Description
The Red Gate Group is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead and oversee the accounting department while ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting. As the Senior Accounting Manager, you will play a critical role in managing the month-end close process, reconciling accounts, and maintaining compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). You will supervise a team, including an Accounting Manager and a Project Accountant, to ensure the integrity of financial operations and support the organization's short- and long-term goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership: Directly manage and mentor two key team members—the Accounting Manager and Project Accountant—ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering professional development.
Financial Reporting & Analysis: Lead the month-end and quarterly closing processes, including account reconciliation and detailed analysis, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
Internal Controls: Develop, maintain, and improve internal control systems to safeguard financial assets and ensure compliance with GAAP.
Compliance & Audit: Manage financial operations in accordance with government contract accounting standards, including DCAA compliance and audit preparation.
Payroll Management: Oversee semi-monthly payroll processes, including accruals, deferrals, and GL posting, while interfacing with external payroll services.
Deltek Costpoint Expertise: Utilize Deltek Costpoint to manage day-to-day financial operations, ensuring efficient and accurate system usage.
Policy Implementation: Assist in the development and execution of fiscal policies and procedures to align with the organization's strategic objectives.
Confidentiality & Security: Safeguard customer confidence and operational integrity by maintaining confidentiality and following secure financial practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance OR 10 years of experience in an accounting role.
Comprehensive knowledge of full-cycle accounting processes, including monthly close, adjustments, and reconciliations.
Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint software.
Strong understanding of GAAP and its application to financial operations.
Government contractor accounting experience, including job cost accounting and familiarity with DCAA compliance and audits.
Experience managing or mentoring team members in a financial or accounting setting.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in government contract accounting.
Familiarity with employee benefit arrangements and related fiscal policies.
Additional Information
The Red Gate Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group, Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. EEO is the Law