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Accounting Manager, Government Segment

Vaco
$110,000.00 - $135,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, Carlsbad
Apr 20, 2025
About Vaco: Vaco connects top talent to leading companies globally, specializing in consulting, permanent placement, executive search, and strategic staffing in accounting, finance, operations, and more. About the Company: A global communication company based in North County San Diego. Location: North County San Diego - Hybrid Schedule (mandatory) Job Title: Corporate Accounting Manager, Government Segment Salary Range: $110k - $135k + Bonus + RSUs Job Overview: As a Corporate Accounting Manager, you'll manage indirect cost rates, oversee the month-end financial close, and drive improvements in financial processes. You'll collaborate with leadership, enhance SAP S/4HANA usage, and optimize financial workflows, with a key focus on government accounting compliance and reporting. Responsibilities: Manage journal entries for month-end close related to indirect cost rates. Provide actionable analysis and recommendations for financial decision-making. Optimize SAP S/4HANA for indirect cost allocations (domestic & international). Ensure costs are aligned with appropriate cost pools. Monitor and enhance processes for developing and auditing cost rates. Collaborate with cost and functional teams for accurate financial reporting. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. CPA, CMA (or similar certification). 4+ years of experience in cost analytics, forecasting, budgeting, or related roles. Strong knowledge of government accounting (CAS, FAR, DFARS, DCAA). SAP S/4HANA experience (cost accounting & financial modules). Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Prior government audit experience is a plus. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.