We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to support a growing organization in Arlington, Virginia within the government contracting sector. This Long-term Contract position will lead essential finance and accounting activities for a newly established entity, ensuring accurate reporting and strong financial oversight. The role is well suited for someone who can balance hands-on accounting leadership with the financial demands of federal contract environments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct monthly and annual close activities, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Produce timely financial statements and management reports that support leadership decision-making and compliance needs.<br>• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining strong controls across general ledger activity and related processes.<br>• Manage project-based accounting tasks for government contracts, including cost tracking and financial analysis.<br>• Prepare and review indirect rate calculations to support contract compliance and internal financial planning.<br>• Contribute financial input to proposal development by assembling cost data and supporting pricing efforts.<br>• Use Deltek Costpoint to maintain accounting records, generate reports, and support finance operations.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to improve reporting accuracy and maintain alignment with organizational and contract requirements.

• Demonstrated experience leading month-end and year-end close processes within a finance or accounting function.<br>• Strong background in financial reporting and core accounting oversight.<br>• Hands-on experience with Deltek Costpoint in a finance environment requiring strong attention to detail.<br>• Knowledge of accounting practices and compliance considerations related to federal government contracts.<br>• Experience with project accounting, including cost monitoring and contract-related financial activities.<br>• Familiarity with indirect rate development and application in a government contracting setting.<br>• Ability to support proposal pricing or related financial contributions for contract submissions.

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