Senior Accounting Manager – Government Contracting

Senior Accounting Manager – Government Contracting

St Paul, MN | $145,000–$165,000 Base + Stock Options

Hybrid

Schedule:

4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote

We’re partnering with a rapidly scaling manufacturer transitioning from a pilot plant to full commercial production. The company is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager with strong government contracting, technical accounting, and compliance expertise to support this critical growth phase.

This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who wants ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to build and strengthen a government-compliant accounting function from the ground up.

Technical Accounting (Government-Focused)

• Apply US GAAP, FAR, and CAS across all accounting activities.
• Prepare technical memos for key transactions and government contract requirements.
• Support indirect rate management, allowable cost decisions, and incurred cost submissions.
• Maintain internal controls for federal compliance.

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Oversee the General Ledger and Balance Sheet accuracy.
• Lead financial statement preparation and federal contract reporting.
• Manage month-end close (cash, accruals, reconciliations, AP/AR review).
• Monitor spend, coding accuracy, and adherence to internal policies.
• Prepare monthly management schedules and assist with budgeting.
• Lead audit preparation and serve as primary contact for auditors.
• Manage indirect rates, billing, and revenue recognition under federal contracts.
• Prepare audit-ready documentation for DCAA/DCMA reviews.
• Ensure compliance with cost principles and contract requirements.

Leadership & Process Improvement

• Manage and mentor accounting staff.
• Partner across departments to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements.

• Bachelor’s in Accounting; CPA preferred
• 7+ years of technical accounting experience with government contracting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, FAR, CAS, indirect rates, and federal reporting.
• Month-end close leadership and internal financial reporting experience.
• Experience with government ERP systems (Dynamics 365 a plus).
• Strong communication, analysis, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic, scaling environment.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information.

• $145,000–$165,000 base salary
• Stock option grant (equity ownership)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health support
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Innovative, high-performance environment

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