LMG Staffing Solutions is conducting a confidential search on behalf our client who is an established and growing organization operating within the federal government contracting sector. The company supports a diverse portfolio of government programs and is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead its financial operations, government contract accounting, compliance, reporting, and strategic financial planning.
Position Overview:
The Director of Finance will be responsible for all aspects of financial management, accounting, compliance, and financial reporting. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring deep expertise in Deltek Costpoint, government contracting, and financial operations within a manufacturing and distribution environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a process-improvement mindset, and the ability to partner with executive leadership to support continued organizational growth.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage and maintain the Deltek Costpoint accounting system, including project accounting and system configuration.
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Oversee employee timesheet processing, labor distribution, and monthly PTO accruals.
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Handle government contract invoicing, including submissions through WAWF, IPP, GSA, and other applicable systems.
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Process vendor invoices, payments, and maintain vendor records.
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Manage accounts receivable, including customer receipts and collections.
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Perform bank transactions and reconciliations.
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Record and reconcile revenue, billing, project income, and contract profitability.
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Maintain accurate credit card and intercompany transactions.
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Calculate, apply, and reconcile indirect cost pools, fringe, overhead, and G&A rates.
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Set up and maintain accounts, projects, employees, and vendors within Costpoint.
Support inventory accounting, production reporting, and financial controls related to manufacturing and distribution.
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Collaborate with Operations, Program Management, HR, and executive leadership to monitor contract performance and project burn rates.
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Lead finance process improvements, strengthen internal controls, and prepare for DCAA audits.
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Ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, DCAA, and all applicable government contracting regulations.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
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CPA, CFA, CGFM, or CMA designation preferred.
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Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
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Expert-level experience with Deltek Costpoint is required.
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Extensive experience supporting government contractors.
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Strong understanding of DCAA compliance, FAR regulations, indirect rate structures, and cost-plus accounting.
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Experience with inventory management, manufacturing, or product distribution finance is highly preferred.
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Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership abilities.
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Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with executive leadership.
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Manufacturing & Product-Based Accounting: Experience supporting financial operations within a manufacturing, product-based, distribution, or similarly complex operating environment, including familiarity with inventory, cost accounting, procurement, and related financial controls, is strongly preferred.
Work Environment:
This is a full-time, on-site position based in Fredericksburg, VA. Reporting directly to executive leadership, the Director of Finance will play a critical role in maintaining the financial health of the organization while helping build scalable processes to support continued growth. This position offers the opportunity for long-term advancement into executive finance leadership as the organization continues to expand.