Director of Accounting (with Supervisory Resp

The Organization: Sierra Management and Technologies, Inc.

Sierra Management and Technologies, Inc. (Sierra), provides industry-leading technologies in software engineering and application development. We solve our nation’s most complex, next-generation modernization and readiness challenges across defense, federal, and commercial markets.

Sierra is a small, disadvantaged, minority-owned business that values its employees who provide superior services and solutions to our customers. Sierra has a proud history of hiring veterans and encourages those who have served in the armed forces to apply.

Sierra is an honored recipient of the following awards:

• Top Workplaces Regional Award
• HIRE Vets Medallion Award
• VETS Indexes Employer Award

What Makes a Successful Candidate:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Leadership & Team Management: Oversee and guide a diverse accounting team, including procurement, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Establish and implement corporate accounting policies and procedures.
• Accounting: Update and Maintain the Company’s accounting system. Reconcile the company bank accounts and provide a weekly update on the cash flow to the CEO. Improve and streamline the accounting system and its operations. Ensure all financial activities in the Company comply with the set laws and regulations. Support the development of financial and business plans. Monitor accounts, cash flow, and all financial transactions. Update and implement financial procedures and policies for the Company. Manage current banking relationships supporting our term loan and line of credit. Provide pricing support and analysis for the Company’s proposals.
• Budgeting & Financial Planning: Lead the development of the annual operating budget (AOP), propose annual provisional indirect rates, and lead provisional billing rates for DCAA approval. Responsibilities include Cash Flow forecasting/budgeting in support of the AOP. Impact of Fringe benefit plans and retirement plans on the AOP. Impact of indirect costs on the AOP. Develop and monitor burdened labor rates and determine the impact of changes to the budget. Track expenses and revenues vs budget and analyze fluctuations.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). Manage relationships with external entities, such as DCAA, DMCA, auditors, and consultants.
• Audit Management: Prepare and oversee the Incurred Cost Submission process and work closely with auditors to ensure successful completion of government audits (including DCAA, 401k, and post-award system audits). Compile provisional rates and submit to DCAA.
• Cost Management: Analyze and monitor financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement strategies to optimize operational expenses.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare, review, and distribute monthly financial reports to management. Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Ensure accurate budget vs. actual comparison.
• Insurance & Risk Management: Assess and manage the Company’s insurance needs. Negotiate competitive premiums and ensure proper coverage across various domains (property, liability, etc.).
• Tax & Compliance Filings: Ensure all financial activities in the Company comply with established laws and regulations. Oversee tax planning and reporting with a third-party CPA firm, and all tax-related filings, including federal, state, and local taxes, withholding, and unemployment returns. Ensure timely W2/1099 processing.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business-related field from an accredited college or university is required. Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• A minimum of Twelve (12) years of progressive Accounting experience, with at least Six (6) years in a managerial role.
• Three (3) years of management experience with a Government Contractor (GovCon) is required, with experience in a Cost-Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contracts environment highly preferred.
• Must have experience in government contracting, and compliance with DCAA, FAR, CAS, and DFARS regulations.
• Expertise in the DoD sector is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in Planning, Programming, Budgeting & Execution (PPB&E), including budget formulation, analysis, and execution.
• Proficiency with financial management software and systems such as Costpoint, ADP, and Deltek Time and Expense.
• Ability to obtain a secret security clearance.
• Demonstrated expertise of Excel and financial modeling.
• Regulatory experience, including DCAA billing rates, incurred cost submissions, timekeeping audits, and post-award accounting audits.
• Exceptional leadership skills with a proven track record of successfully managing and developing high-performing teams. Skilled in fostering a collaborative, innovative, and results-driven work culture that achieves organizational goals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders effectively.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities, particularly in assessing and managing financial risks and opportunities.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.

What to expect in our process

• Apply by submitting a cover letter and resume for the position
• Interview with the Hiring Manager
• Reference checks and Degree Verification
• Offer

We take care of our employees by providing the following perks and benefits:

• Compressed Work Schedules (CWS), Flexible Work Schedules, and Remote Opportunities (depending on the role)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Dependent care Flexible Spending Account
• Education reimbursement & personal development stipend
• Short-term disability, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accidental Insurance
• 100% Company-paid Life AD&D and Long-term disability
• Generous Paid Time Off policy
• Paid Maternity Leave (after 6 months of employment)
• 11 federally recognized holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with Sierra contribution
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Statement

Building an inclusive, high-performing team that is diverse across lines of personal identity is integral to our success and we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.

This means we do not discriminate against any job applicant or employee because of their race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

We actively strive and evolve to develop and maintain workspaces that are fully inclusive. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

E-Verify Statement

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.