Finance Manager

Finance ManagerEl Paso, TX | 100% Onsite$85,000–$100,000 Base Salary Flexibility for the Right Candidate + Benefits
The Opportunity Certus Recruitment is partnering with an established government contractor to appoint an experienced Finance Manager to support its continued operational and financial performance.
Reporting to the CFO, this is a hands-on leadership role overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, general ledger activities and government contract cost compliance.
The successful candidate will bring strong accounting expertise, a solid understanding of government contracting requirements and the ability to improve financial processes, systems and internal controls.
The Role
Lead monthly financial close, general ledger management and financial reportingOversee corporate and project budgeting, forecasting and financial analysisPrepare financial reporting packages for board meetingsManage cost pools, indirect rate calculations and DCAA complianceReview account reconciliations, journal entries, payroll postings and cost allocationsOversee sales tax, state income tax and other regulatory reporting requirementsManage ERP configuration relating to chart of accounts, project setup, revenue formulas and financial reportingIdentify and resolve accounting system issues, including billing and revenue recognition discrepanciesDevelop and maintain documented accounting procedures, close checklists and review controlsEstablish consistent cost allocation processes and ensure accurate project cost reportingCoordinate with external auditors and support ad hoc financial projects for the CFOSupervise and support accounting staff, ensuring accuracy, accountability and timely delivery
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including experience with a government contractor — essentialWorking knowledge of government contracting requirements, including FAR/DFARS cost principles and DCAA complianceStrong general ledger, financial reporting and analytical skillsExperience with indirect cost rates, cost pools and project cost accountingExperience overseeing reconciliations, month-end close and financial controlsFamiliarity with ERP systems used in government contractingProven ability to supervise a small team and coordinate with external auditorsAdvanced Excel skills and strong attention to detailExcellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skillsHigh standards of integrity and confidentiality
Desirable: CPA qualification or progress towards certification, together with experience improving ERP configurations, accounting processes and financial documentation.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to take ownership of core finance operations while working closely with the CFO in a role that combines financial leadership, technical accounting and process improvement.
You'll have the scope to strengthen reporting, improve systems and documentation, and ensure robust financial controls across the business.
$85,000–$100,000 base salary, with flexibility for the right candidate, plus a benefits package including:401(k)Health, dental and vision insuranceLife insuranceVacation
Location: El Paso, Texas — this is a fully onsite position.
If you're an experienced finance professional with a strong government contracting background and the technical expertise to improve financial processes and compliance, we'd like to hear from you.
All applications treated in the strictest confidence.