SMX is an industry leader in next-generation mission support and digital transformation solutions dedicated to providing scalable and secure solutions for public sector and commercial customers globally, including across the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, priority Federal Civilian agencies and more.  We are seeking a talented General Ledger Accounting Manager to join our dynamic team as we grow.   

The responsibilities revolve around a wide range of accounting functions that play a crucial role ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data.  The GL Accounting Manager will be heavily involved in providing solutions, best practices, policies, procedures, key controls, and transactional oversight to various entities within a private equity backed firm.  This role will report directly to the Controller who oversees General ledger, Financial Reporting, and Treasury.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the Company’s month-end close processes
• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of SMX’s general ledger and financial reporting structure and systems
• Perform variance analysis to identify and explain material changes or anomalies to the financial statements
• Ensure the timely and accurate reporting of all monthly financial information, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Enhance department structure, including roles and responsibilities, to position team for future growth.
• Managing the complex and cross-functional process of combining operations and systems or any other integration activities related to acquisitions
• Formulate, recommend, and participate in the development and implementation of changes to policy and procedure to ensure integrity and scalability of the general ledger system
• Develop and implement internal controls and procedures to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting
• Maintain general ledger chart of accounts and account mapping
• Monitor and analyze departmental workflow to build efficiency and accuracy though resource management.
• Ensure accounting transactions are in compliance with governmental, regulatory, and legislative requirements and Company policies
• Train, mentor, and develop staff withing the general ledger team.
• Support internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and support
• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and regulation to ensure compliance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Preference will be given to candidates with a BS in Accounting, but Finance and other Business Administration degrees will be considered
• 10+ years of accounting experience in a government contracting environment
• 5+ years of managerial and/or direct leadership experience
• Advanced experience in Deltek Costpoint a must
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, FAR, and compliance within highly regulated environments

Desired Skills/Experience

• Experience working with DCAA and DCMA including audit support
• A strong attention to detail with a focus on analytics, and highly organized
• Proactive learning ability, a strong work ethic, and a high level of personal integrity
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Prior experience working in fast-paced accounting organization, preferably in a PE setting

Application Deadline: January 17, 2025

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