Accounting Manager, Acquisitions Accounting Reston VA

Job description

**Short Description**

Bowman has an opportunity for an Accounting Manager, Acquisitions Accounting to join our team in Reston VA.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals.

That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job.

It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved.

We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

**Purpose**

Prepare, analyze, and maintain financial results in a timely and accurate manner for acquisitions prior to integration.

**Responsibilities**

**Leadership and Direction**

+ Receive broad guidance from senior-level management relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution.

Manage people and processes to ensure effective execution.

Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

**At the Operational and Company Level**

+ Assist with the development, implementation of and monitoring adherence to company accounting policies and procedures.
+ Identify, research, and resolve corporate accounting, auditing, and operational issues.
+ Reconcile and analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepare balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position for management.

**Do the Work**

+ Assist with pre-acquisition financial reporting and process evaluation.
+ Coordinate preparations for post-closing accounting.
+ Assist in preparation of opening balance sheet for acquired entities and associated post-closing journal entries.
+ Implement processes and controls for acquired companies.
+ Oversee transitional accounting activities of acquired companies and facilitate month end consolidations prior to full integration.
+ Partner with IT department to prepare data field mapping for financial systems integration.
+ Facilitate transition of acquired entities to corporate accounting group post-integration.
+ Assist with audit requests from internal and external auditors and provide support for any external reporting requirements for the transaction.
+ Build positive relationships with key financial, operational, and accounting stakeholders of acquired companies.

**Success Metrics and Competencies**

+ Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
+ Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
+ Effective verbal and written communication skills.
+ Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
+ Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
+ Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.
+ Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
+ Focus on improving return on investment.
+ Data analysis and interpretation skills.
+ Ability to handle sensitive material concerning the office and company and maintain confidentiality at all times.

**Qualifications**

+ Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
+ Relevant certification (e.g., CMA or CPA) preferred but not required.
+ Seven or more (7+)years of corporate accounting experience.
+ Two or more (2+) years of management experience preferred.
+ Prior architecture, engineering, and/or construction accounting experience preferred.
+ Thorough knowledge of GAAP.
+ Previous experience with mergers and acquisitions.
+ Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel.
+ Experience with full-cycle accounting including month-end closing.
+ Experience working with large data sets.
+ Experience with financial systems integration.
+ Knowledge of Deltek Vision preferred, experience with an ERP system required.

**About Bowman**

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact?

At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do.

We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level.

We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

**Our comprehensive benefits package includes:**

+ Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
+ 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
+ Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
+ Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
+ Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

**Physical Demands and Working Environment**

+ Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
+ Mobility around an office environment.
+ Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
+ Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
+ Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
+ Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
+ Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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**Job Description Disclaimer**

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here (https://bowman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EEO-Policy-1.pdf) .

If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here (https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination) .

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients.

We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruiting@bowman.com .
Bowman 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, disability or protected veteran status.

For our EEO Policy Statement, please go here: https://bowman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EEO-Policy-1.pdf.

If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please go here: https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination.

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