Work with a leading defense and technology innovator that develops advanced unmanned aircraft, space systems, and cutting-edge national security solutions who's looking for an Accounting Manager!!!
This role leads a team that ensures our contract accounting work is accurate, trusted, and aligned with the needs of our government and international customers. You'll guide a talented group of professionals, support major contract decisions, and help shape the financial success of key programs. The position plays a central role in reviewing complex agreements, supporting revenue outcomes, and strengthening our financial processes. We're looking for a leader who brings clarity, collaboration, and steady direction to a fast-moving, high-impact environment.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics
8+ years of experience in accounting for a government contracted company
Experience with ASC 606/ revenue recognition, FAR and DFAR, offset/ cost sharing accounting
Experience with SOX compliance
Description
Direct end-to-end accounting activities for U.S. Government, FMS, and DCS programs, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence.
Mentor, coach, and develop a technically strong, compliance-driven contract accounting organization.
Maintain rigorous compliance with ASC 606, US GAAP, FAR, DFARS, CAS, and all relevant government contracting standards.
Partner with business development and pricing teams to shape proposals and awards that align with optimal revenue recognition outcomes.
Analyze new awards, modifications, and proposals to determine accounting treatment, assess financial risk, and evaluate cash-flow implications.
Oversee revenue accounting for long-duration, milestone-based, firm-fixed-price, cost-plus, and incentive-fee arrangements.
Lead month-end close, reconciliations, contract asset/liability reporting, EAC updates, and consolidated financial statement support.
Collaborate with Program Finance, FP&A, Contracts, and Program Managers to monitor performance, forecasts, and variances.
Resolve complex accounting, operational, and contractual issues with sound judgment and authoritative expertise.
Establish and refine policies, procedures, and controls aligned with regulatory requirements and corporate standards.
Ensure robust control environments and adherence to SOX and internal financial policies.
Support internal/external audits, DCAA/DCMA reviews, and RCA activities with defensible documentation and analysis.
Champion automation, ERP/SAP enhancements, and scalable process redesign to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Protect confidential financial, contractual, and export-controlled data with strict discipline.
Perform other duties as required to support organizational goals.
Skills
asc 606, revenue recognition, far, dfar, cas, gaap, contract review, dcaa, eac, month end close, audit support, cpa, cma, mba, sap, erp, cost plus, fms, sox
Top Skills Details
asc 606,revenue recognition, far, dfar, cas, gaap, contract review, dcaa, eac, month end close, audit support
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Poway, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $155000.00 - $180000.00/yr.
Core Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (ga.com) Life insurance + AD&D + disability coverage (ga.com) 401(k) retirement plan + pension plan (defined benefit) (ga.com) Paid time off + paid holidays (ga.com) Tuition reimbursement + ongoing training/development (ga.com) Additional / Differentiators: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + wellness support (ga.com) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) / pre-tax benefits (tbcdn.talentbrew.com) Recreation facilities / fitness access (varies by site) (linkedin.com) Performance bonuses (role-dependent) (builtin.com) Employee discounts + legal services options (builtin.com) Work-Life (this is big for selling): 9/80 schedule ? every other Friday off (core cultural perk) (linkedin.com) Additional ~26 extra days off annually from schedule structure (combined with holidays)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Poway,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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