Accounting Manager

Job Summary

A well-established and successful organization in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for a contract opportunity. This role is ideal for a CPA with strong general ledger accounting expertise, government accounting knowledge, and the ability to step in quickly to support financial reporting, monthly close, audit preparation, and compliance.

The Accounting Manager will join a collaborative accounting team where accuracy, accountability, and teamwork are highly valued. This is a strong opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional who enjoys partnering with leadership, improving financial processes, and making an immediate impact in a stable and professional work environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial records, reporting, and accounting operations.
- Review and approve monthly accruals, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Monitor monthly budget-to-actual results, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions.
- Post daily accounting batches in SAGE and assist with annual financial report preparation.
- Support external audit activities by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and responding to audit inquiries.
- Maintain compliance with accounting policies, procedures, government accounting standards, and applicable regulations.

Compensation and Benefits

- Contract/Temporary opportunity.
- Pay range: $50 to $60 per hour.
- Location: San Diego, CA.

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Additional Skills

Required Qualifications and Skills

- Oversee financial reporting, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and monthly close activities.
- Review accounting entries, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, and budget-to-actual results.
- Support annual reporting, audit preparation, and compliance with accounting policies and regulations.
- Post accounting batches in SAGE and contribute to accurate, timely accounting operations.

- CPA designation required.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Strong background in general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
- Thorough knowledge of government accounting principles, regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency with SAGE accounting software.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

- Prior experience in a contract, interim, or consulting accounting management role.
- Experience supporting external audits and annual financial report preparation.
- Background working in a collaborative accounting environment with cross-functional partners.