Outsourced Accounting Manager - Government Contracting

United States·Columbia,ColumbiaRemoteFull Timemid

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Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Join Aprio's Aerospace, Defense and Government team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Manager to join their dynamic team.

At Aprio, our Outsourced Accounting team partners closely with government contracting clients in the aerospace, defense, and government (ADG) space. We deliver practical, compliant, and value‑driven accounting solutions that help organizations operate efficiently, stay audit‑ready, and make informed business decisions.

This role is ideal for an experienced government contracting accounting professional who enjoys owning client relationships, solving complex accounting challenges, and serving as a trusted advisor — while still staying close to the work.

You’ll manage end‑to‑end accounting operations for a portfolio of government contracting clients, serving as the primary point of contact and ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant delivery. You’ll also collaborate with CFO Advisors to help clients understand their financial results and plan for growth.

Manage day‑to‑day outsourced accounting services for assigned government contracting clients

Own project management of accounting deliverables, schedules, and month‑end close

Oversee and manage audits and reviews (DCAA, CPA, incurred cost submissions, etc.)

Develop and manage indirect rate structures, budgets, forecasts, and cost submissions

Prepare and review monthly financial statements, including variance and trend analysis

Identify and resolve accounting, system, and process issues

Prepare clear, client‑ready summaries of results, forecasts, and improvement opportunities

Partner with CEOs and leadership teams on financial decision‑making and scenario analysis, in conjunction with CFO Advisors

Manage work with limited oversight, exercising sound judgment and initiative

Review and oversee the work of support staff to ensure accuracy and quality

7+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within government contracting

Prior experience working for or with government contractors

Hands‑on experience with Unanet, Costpoint, QuickBooks, or similar job‑cost accounting systems (required)

Strong command of general ledger accounting, job costing, and GAAP

Working knowledge of FAR requirements, DCAA compliance, and indirect rate structures

Experience managing audits and interacting with external auditors

Proven ability to manage multiple clients, priorities, and deadlines

Strong project management and organizational skills

Excellent communication and client‑service skills — able to translate numbers into insights

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Ability to oversee, review, and ensure the quality of work performed by others

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred

Exposure to a variety of government contracting clients and engagements
Opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and business owners
A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values initiative and expertise
The chance to make a real impact while continuing to grow your advisory skill set

We’re looking for a highly motivated, detail‑driven professional who takes pride in accuracy, ownership, and delivering exceptional client service — and who’s excited to help government contractors succeed.