Accounting Manager – Controller

IronArch Technology

Accounting Manager at IronArch Technology managing day-to-day accounting operations for a government services firm. Leading closings, payroll, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $150,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the general ledger, leading financial close processes, and preparing financial statements in compliance with GAAP. Proficient in utilizing Unanet ERP for accounting operations and ensuring adherence to government contracting regulations.

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General Ledger ManagementGAAP ComplianceUnanet ERP ProficiencyGovernment Contracting ExperienceFinancial Statement Preparation

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Hard Skills

Financial Statement PreparationJournal Entry ReviewBalance Sheet ReconciliationPayroll ProcessingRevenue RecognitionBudgetingFinancial ModelingAccrual AccountingInternal Controls DesignProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailPrioritizationCollaborationCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Unanet ERPPaylocity

Industry Keywords

GAAPFAR Part 31DCAA ComplianceGovernment Contracting1099 PreparationCash Flow ManagementCost-Plus ContractsT&M ContractsFixed-Price ContractsAudit Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and manage the general ledger on a day-to-day basis, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries and accruals.
Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
Process and manage full-cycle payroll using Unanet and Paylocity, ensuring accurate and timely employee payments, proper labor allocations, and compliance with applicable payroll regulations.
Manage year-end 1099 preparation and distribution, ensuring accuracy and timely filing in compliance with IRS requirements.
Assist with the annual financial statement audit or review, serving as a key point of contact for auditors and preparing supporting schedules and documentation.
Support year-end tax preparation in coordination with the company’s external tax partner, providing requested data and reconciliations in a timely manner.
Oversee billing operations for cost-plus, T&M, and fixed-price government contracts.
Ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP and contract terms.
Monitor unbilled receivables, contract funding limits, and billing milestones.
Actively manage cash flow by tracking billing cycles and collections performance.
Serve as the primary owner and day-to-day administrator of the Unanet ERP system, including contracts, rates, labor categories, and reporting configurations.
Design and maintain internal controls appropriate for a lean accounting environment.
Document, refine, and improve accounting processes and compliance procedures.
Troubleshoot system issues and ensure data integrity across all accounting modules.
Partner with operations, contracts, and HR teams to support program accounting needs.
Provide financial data and reporting to leadership as needed.
Support budgeting, financial modeling, and forecasting activities in collaboration with senior leadership.
Partner with the Director of Finance and other stakeholders on process improvement initiatives and strategic projects, contributing operational accounting insight to drive efficiency and scalability.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a government contracting environment.
Strong working knowledge of GAAP, FAR Part 31, and DCAA compliance requirements.
Proven experience managing a general ledger, leading close processes, and preparing financial statements.
Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Hands-on experience with Unanet ERP (GL, billing, reporting, and rate structures).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and market-leading bonus opportunities
Medical, dental and vision benefits where a significant portion of the premium is subsidized by IronArch.
For qualifying high deductible health plans, IronArch also contributes towards a Health Reimbursement Account to cover eligible medical expenses
Company-provided healthcare concierge assistance to help explain your coverage in plain language; help you find, choose, and schedule quality care; and address billing, benefit, or claims concerns, potentially saving hours of your time
401(k) retirement plan where the company contributes dollar for dollar up to 3 percent, and 50 cents on the dollar for the 4th and 5th percent with immediate entry and immediate vesting
20 days of PTO accumulated per calendar year
11 paid holidays
Bereavement, jury duty, parental (maternity/paternity/adoption), and military leaves
Sabbatical programs
Company-paid short- and long-term disability
Company-paid life insurance
Voluntary life, accidental and indemnity income replacement benefits
Professional development reimbursement
Health club reimbursement
Matching donation program and annual philanthropic activities
Pet insurance
And more!