About You:You are an experienced finance professional with a strong background supporting government-funded programs. You excel at developing and managing project financial plans, ensuring alignment with approved budgets, and maintaining compliance with 2 CFR Part 200, FAR and GAAP.
You work collaboratively with Program Managers and leadership, providing clear financial insight and guidance that supports successful program execution. Detail-oriented and accountable, you thrive in high-assurance, classified environments and are motivated by delivering sound financial stewardship that supports mission success.
Position Overview: VT-ARC is seeking a highly skilled
Finance Manager to oversee invoicing, account reconciliations, billing operations, and financial reporting activities. This position is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate customer invoicing, maintaining the integrity of balance sheet and project-related accounts through regular reconciliations, and supporting month-end and year-end financial close processes.
The Finance Manager will work closely with Program Management, Contracts, Accounting, and Executive Leadership to ensure billing accuracy, compliance with contractual requirements, effective cash management, and strong internal controls. This role plays a critical part in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the organization's continued growth and operational excellence.
Duties/Responsibilities:- Manage the preparation, review, and submission of customer invoices for federal contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, and commercial projects.
- Ensure invoices are prepared in accordance with contract requirements, billing terms, and applicable regulations.
- Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, project accounts, accounts receivable, unbilled receivables, deferred revenue, and other key financial accounts.
- Research and resolve billing discrepancies, unapplied cash receipts, customer disputes, and reconciliation variances.
- Monitor accounts receivable aging and collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to support timely collections.
- Review contract funding modifications and ensure billing and revenue recognition are aligned with contract terms.
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including account analysis and preparation of journal entries.
- Develop and maintain billing, reconciliation, and financial reporting procedures to strengthen internal controls and improve efficiency.
- Prepare financial reports and analyses for leadership, including revenue, accounts receivable, cash collections, and reconciliation status.
- Support external audits, incurred cost submissions, and government financial reviews by providing required documentation and reconciliations.
- Partner with Program Managers, Contracts, and Accounting personnel to ensure accurate project setup, funding management, invoicing, and reporting.
- Assist in the implementation and enhancement of financial systems and reporting tools.
Required Education, Certification, Skills, Capabilities:- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in financial management, preferably in a government contracting or federal acquisition environment.
- Knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200, FAR, and GAAP.
- Proven ability to develop and manage project budgets and financial plans.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., ERP systems, Unanet, Excel).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and with stakeholders at all levels.
Desired Education, Certification, Skills, Capabilities:- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
- CPA, CMA, or similar certification.
- Experience with cost accounting standards (CAS) and government contract compliance.
- Familiarity with project management principles and tools.
Primary Work Location: Work is expected to be hybrid in Arlington, VA.
Security: Must be a U.S. citizen.
Competitive Salary: VT-ARC offers competitive pay based on a number of factors, including but not limited to conducting comparable salary market research, education, years of experience, and benefits.
Salary Range: $130,000 - $160,000 annually
