Accounting Manager

About

We are partnering with a well‑established, privately held organization near Annapolis, Maryland to identify a hands‑on Accounting Manager. This is an on‑site role supporting a complex accounting environment with multiple revenue streams, fund/account structures, and operational interdependencies. The position reports directly to senior finance leadership and plays a key role in day‑to‑day accounting execution, month‑end close, and financial oversight.

This opportunity is ideal for a detail‑oriented accounting professional who enjoys technical depth, ownership of processes, and working closely with operations in a non‑corporate setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Oversee general ledger activity across multiple entities and/or funds
• Assist with preparation of internal and external financial statements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Ensure GAAP compliance and strong internal controls
• Partner with external auditors and support audit requests
• Assist with cash management, fixed assets, and complex accruals
• Identify and implement process improvements within the accounting function
• Serve as a key backup to the Controller and mentor junior accounting staff as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience in complex accounting environments (multi‑entity, fund accounting, or highly transactional operations preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with accounting systems/ERPs
• Comfortable working in a fully on‑site environment