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SGP Recruiting · 4 days ago

Senior Accounting Manager / Controller

Sterling, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

SGP Recruiting is supporting a valued client recognized for their premium-quality IT infrastructure systems. They are seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Manager / Controller to lead the company's accounting function, ensuring timely month-end close, accurate financial reporting, and strong internal controls.

Information Technology & Services

Hiring Manager

Frederick Gary II

Responsibilities

Own and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close with established timelines

Ensure accurate and GAAP-compliant financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)

Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations

Deliver timely financial packages and variance analysis to leadership

Oversee AP, AR, payroll coordination, expense reporting, and general ledger

Ensure accuracy and completeness of revenue recognition and job costing

Maintain chart of accounts, accounting policies, and documentation

Partner with project managers and operations on financial accuracy and controls

Establish and maintain strong internal controls and close checklists

Support external auditors, tax advisors, and third-party providers

Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements

Improve processes to reduce risk, errors, and rework

Serve as accounting system owner (ERP / accounting software)

Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable processes and automation

Improve reporting accuracy, close speed, and visibility into financial data

Provide hands-on leadership and oversight of accounting staff

Set clear expectations, deadlines, and performance standards

Train, mentor, and develop team members while holding them accountable

Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, HR vendors, and leadership

Qualification

GAAP complianceFinancial reportingInternal controlsAccounting softwareProcess improvementLeadershipTeam developmentCross-functional collaboration

Required

Experience as a Senior Accounting Manager or Controller

Proven ability to lead and own the accounting function end-to-end

Timely month-end close and accurate financial reporting

Strong knowledge of internal controls and audit readiness

Hands-on leadership of day-to-day accounting operations

Detail-oriented with the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments

Accountability and ability to bring structure, discipline, and visibility to the finance organization

Ability to execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close with established timelines