Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Location: Halethorpe, MD
Compensation: $100,000 - $115,000 Base Salary + 10% Bonus (historically pays above target)
Schedule: Fully Onsite with Flexibility to Work from Home as Needed

Ready to take the next step into accounting leadership?

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join their growing finance team in Halethorpe, MD. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys leading processes, mentoring staff, and partnering with leadership to drive financial performance and operational improvements.

Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, the Accounting Manager will oversee the month-end close process, financial reporting, staff development, and key accounting functions while helping guide the organization through its next phase of growth.

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
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• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance, training, and professional development
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• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules
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• Oversee revenue recognition, work-in-process (WIP) accounting, and project financial reporting
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• Manage balance sheet integrity through detailed account reconciliation and analysis
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• Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making
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• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
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• Coordinate annual audits and serve as a key point of contact for external auditors
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• Evaluate and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
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• Drive process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and enhance reporting capabilities
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• Support special projects, system enhancements, and future growth initiatives
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
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• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
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• Prior experience leading projects, mentoring staff, or supervising accounting personnel
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• Strong understanding of GAAP, month-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliations
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• Experience managing or reviewing accounting operations in a fast-paced environment
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• Advanced Excel skills and strong systems aptitude
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• Experience with ERP/accounting software; Sage 300 experience is a plus
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• CPA strongly preferred
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• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization
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Why This Opportunity?

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• True Accounting Manager position with direct exposure to executive leadership
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• Opportunity to lead, mentor, and help build a growing accounting team
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• Competitive compensation package of $100K-$115K base salary plus bonus
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• Bonus target of 10%, with a history of exceeding target payouts
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• Stable and financially strong organization with an employee-focused culture
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• High-visibility role with meaningful influence on business operations and decision-making
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• Flexibility to work remotely when needed
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• Opportunity to make an immediate impact while continuing to advance your leadership career
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If you're an experienced accounting professional looking for a leadership opportunity where you can drive results, develop talent, and partner closely with senior management, we'd love to connect.

Compensation: $100,000 - $115,000 base salary plus bonus.

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