Finance Lead

Primary Responsibilities

General Ledger Management:

- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a regular basis.

- Prepare journal entries for various transactions and adjustments.

- Complete month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Accounts Payable And Receivable

- Process accounts payable transactions, including vendor invoice verification, coding, and payment processing.

- Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on outstanding balances, and ensure timely collections.

- Reconcile accounts payable and receivable sub-ledgers to the general ledger.

Financial Reporting

- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

- Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Bank Reconciliation

- Reconcile bank statements and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.

- Monitor and record bank transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and transfers.

Compliance And Audit

- Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting principles, policies, and procedures, with a particular focus on government contracting regulations such as FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement), and CAS (Cost Accounting Standards).

- Collaborate with the contract management team to maintain accurate contract billing and compliance records.

- Assist in internal and external audits related to government contracts, providing necessary documentation and support.

Financial Analysis

- Support financial analysis efforts by providing relevant data and reports to aid decision-making processes.

- Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.

Process Improvement

- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, particularly those related to government contracting compliance.

- Recommend and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations for government contracts.

Tax

- Provide T720 monthly reports to Dearmann for excise tax reporting and compliance. Reconcile and sign off on ExStars excise tax reports prior to monthly filings.

- Provide BDO with quarterly and annual trial balances/financial statements for tax reporting and compliance.

- Facilitate estimated federal and state tax payments, as needed.

- Liaise with Cerberus tax on tax deliverables, as needed.

Payroll

- Enter and fund payroll.

Qualifications

Basic:

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.

- At least 10 years of experience, with a proven track record in government contracting.

- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, etc.) and Microsoft Excel.

- Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting.

- Thorough knowledge of government contracting regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and CAS.

- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Preferred

- CPA certification (preferred but not required).

Location & Travel Requirements:

- Location: Anchorage, AK with periodic travel