Director of Accounting

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

SPA is searching for a Director of Accounting to lead the accounting functions. The Company is experiencing a high rate of growth through acquisitions and organically and needs a leader to come and create scalable processes for a larger organization. This role requires excellent knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as well as experience managing a team of individuals.

Expected Contributions and Responsibilities

• Primarily responsible for leading the general ledger
• Manage monthly financial close processes, coordinating team efforts around the close schedule; and ensure that required financial data is properly captured, reconciled, and reported.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the accounting processes and procedures that result in efficient and effective month-end consolidation and close process.
• Manage internal and external reporting requirements including audits, regulatory reporting, and tax reporting, by ensuring the Company provides timely and accurate support.
• Assist in implementing new accounting and reporting standards/requirements; helping the organization understand the basis and impact of the accounting standards changes, and development of needed operational process changes to support the implementation of the new standards.
• Collaborate with the functional teams throughout the organization as necessary for acquisition integration
• Lead a team of varied backgrounds to ensure there is a strong focus on teamwork, staff development, and growth.
• Manage design and implementation of Deltek Costpoint and other financial information systems, as necessary.
• Assist in the process of getting the organization up and ready for an IPO exit by creating and maintaining effective key controls for certain business processes.
• Annually develop departmental objectives and recommend short-term and long-term plans with a focus on improving the effectiveness of assigned functions and internal controls.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education

• 12+ years Accounting experience, including managing a team
• CPA and Bachelor's degree in accounting required
• Government contracting and Deltek Costpoint experience preferred

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent knowledge of GAAP, CAS, FAR and internal controls
• Strong organizational, prioritization skills, and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate high level of integrity, professionalism including teamwork
• Ability to effectively plan, work well under pressure and short deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong problem solving, research, and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work in a collaborative environment
• Creates an atmosphere in which timely information flows smoothly through the organization
• Actively pursues learning and self-development to enhance personal, professional and business growth; shares learning
• Strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills