Hybrid Finance and Accounting Manager bei Terrestris Global Solutions

Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking a Finance and Accounting Manager to support our growing operations.

I’ve never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So, what will the Finance and Accounting Manager at Terrestris do?

The Finance and Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of a government contracting (GovCon) organization, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and effective financial planning and analysis. This role collaborates closely with the internal operations team to manage all aspects of the company’s financial activities, including billing, coding, payroll, and accounts payable/receivable. The Finance and Accounting Manager also partners with senior leadership to optimize financial performance and support strategic decision-making. This position reports directly to the President and CEO. It is a hybrid role, typically based in Springfield, VA, with a minimum requirement of three days in the office per week.

What does a typical day look like for a Finance and Accounting Manager?

You will:

• Process payroll in Paylocity and perform administrative data entry tasks.
• Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks Desktop.
• Process accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R) transactions.
• Support the CFO with bank and account reconciliations.
• Organize and maintain financial documentation and filing systems.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements: balance sheets, income, and cash flow statements.
• Pay vendors monthly utilizing ACH or Wire transfers.
• Generate management reports and financial presentations.
• Monitor compliance with tax laws, regulations, and government requirements.
• Support DCAA, GSA, and IRS audit readiness and responses.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Improve internal controls and recommend process improvements.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Business Development, and Operations.

What qualifications do you look for?

You might be the professional we’re looking for if you have:

• Authorization to permanently work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in government contracting or federal contractor environment.
• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop and general accounting software.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, A/P, A/R, reconciliations, and payroll operations.
• Experience with budgets, EACs (Estimates at Completion), and projections.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in small business federal contracting environment.
• Familiarity with contract proposals, billing systems, and indirect rate structures.

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?

We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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