Finance & Accounting Manager

About Us
Lawelawe Management Group is a trusted provider of managed services, supporting clients across a range of industries. We specialize in delivering scalable, end-to-end solutions that include back office operations, IT infrastructure support, compliance, and risk management. Our team works closely with each client to understand their specific business needs and deliver efficient, customized support that enables long-term growth and operational stability.

By combining industry best practices with a proactive service model, we help reduce downtime, streamline operations, and enhance overall performance. At Lawelawe, we are committed to driving measurable impact and creating lasting value for our clients.

Your Role
As the Manager of Accounting and Finance, you will play a key role in maintaining compliance with financial regulations, enhancing the financial controls framework, and driving process efficiencies across the organization.

How You’ll Make an Impact
You will be a key strategic leader driving the financial integrity and operational efficiency of a growing, multi-division organization. By enhancing internal controls, streamlining reporting cycles, and providing actionable insights to senior leadership, you will ensure the company’s financial foundation supports both day-to-day performance and long-term scalability. This role is central to sustaining fiscal health, minimizing risk, and building a finance function that enables the business to deliver with confidence and clarity.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Accounting Department team with hands on with day-to-day operations in managing the finance and accounting operations across multiple divisions within the organization
• Maintain compliance with financial regulations, enhancing the financial controls framework, and driving process efficiencies across the company
• Expert in Microsoft Excel, along with other tools such as Deltek Costpoint, Word, and PowerPoint
• Lead and manage monthly financial close process, which includes processing entries related to project progress, billing and revenue adjustments, travel expense reporting, treasury management, asset management and accruals for active contracts
• Lead recurring project review meetings alongside project managers and division leaders to evaluate project performance and profitability
• Perform ad hoc setup and maintenance of project financials in the accounting system
• Assist with the preparation of monthly revenue forecasts and deliver variance analysis to senior finance leaders
• Monitor and report on aged receivables, days sales outstanding (DSO), and outstanding retainage
• Management and oversight of general ledger, treasury management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, travel and expenses, and payroll processes across the divisions, which may at times require assistance in day to day processing
• Serve as the Finance Liaison across subsidiaries, providing training to accounting staff on processes, policies, and financial systems
• Main point of contact for both internal and external auditors to ensure compliance with audit requirements and internal controls

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline from an accredited University or College
• 10+ years of professional experience in accounting and finance, preferably in a federal contract-based environment
• 7+ previous experience in GAAP accounting is required
• Proven expertise in financial reporting and an in-depth understanding of accounting standards
• Familiarity with small to mid-to-sized organizations and multi-entity financial operations
• Experience in managing and mentoring accounting teams
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with meticulous attention to detail
• Must have Deltek CostPoint experience
• US Citizenship is required

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-sponsored retirement plans with matching contributions
• Professional development and continued learning opportunities
• Additional perks and discounts available to employees

Work Environment

• Hybrid - Combination of in-office and remote work
• Standard schedule falls between 8 AM – 5 PM, Monday through Friday
• Occasional travel required for business/client meetings

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Candidates possessing the necessary qualifications for the position will be considered.

Lawelawe Management Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a comprehensive background verification, inclusive of a criminal record check. Employment may be subject to other background checks, as required by the position.