Financial Accounting Manager

We are looking for an experienced Financial Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations and help deliver accurate, timely financial reporting in Richmond, Virginia. This role will guide general ledger activities, support a disciplined close process, and provide leadership to accounting staff while strengthening controls and reporting quality. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to improve processes in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee accounting activity related to revenue, purchasing, inventory, fixed assets, and key balance sheet accounts to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and completely.
• Direct monthly and annual closing activities, including preparing journal entries, reviewing account reconciliations, and resolving variances in a timely manner.
• Produce and evaluate financial reports to support informed decision-making and maintain consistency with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
• Lead, coach, and review the work of general ledger team members, helping develop skills, accountability, and high-quality output.
• Work closely with senior accounting leadership to uphold internal controls, coordinate audit support, and maintain compliance with financial reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and implement improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to address accounting issues tied to operational activity and improve the quality of financial information.
• Monitor critical deadlines and ensure deliverables are completed accurately within a fast-paced business environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a more advanced accounting-related qualification.
• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2–4 years in a people leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Certified Public Accountant designation required.
• Prior success in an Accounting Manager, Accounting Supervisor, or senior-level accounting role with increasing responsibility.
• Strong command of general ledger accounting, month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Experience preparing financial statements, supporting audits, and working with accounting systems; familiarity with Business Central is an advantage.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Background in construction, engineering, IT, or consulting environments is beneficial.

Compensation

$120,000.00-$135,000.00 Yearly

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