Accounting Manager Unanet & ADP Expert (Onsite)

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Job Title: Accounting Manager Unanet & ADP Expert

Location: Columbia, MD (Onsite)

Duration: Full-Time

About The Role

Serigor Inc. is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead our day-to-day financial operations and serve as the in-house expert for our Unanet ERP and ADP payroll systems. This is a hands-on leadership role at the center of our finance function, responsible for maintaining financial integrity, driving process efficiency, and coordinating with an offshore accounting team. The ideal candidate is a strong accounting generalist who is also a confident Unanet power user.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Management

• Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to senior leadership
• Monitor cash flow and ensure financial stability across the organization
• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Analyze budget-to-actual variances and support short- and long-range financial forecasting
• Oversee tax preparation and filing in coordination with the external CPA firm
• Coordinate with external auditors and support annual audit processes
• Develop and maintain financial policies, internal controls, and standard operating procedures
  
  

Unanet ERP Administration

• Serve as the company s Unanet super user own system configuration, project setup, user management, and ongoing maintenance
• Manage purchase orders, invoicing workflows, and timesheet processing within Unanet
• Build and deliver ad hoc and scheduled financial reports using Unanet analytics
• Identify and implement system improvements to increase automation and reduce manual effort
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Unanet-related questions across departments
  
  

Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule using ADP
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Manage 401(k) and benefits integrations within ADP; coordinate with HR on employee changes
• Reconcile payroll accounts monthly and resolve discrepancies promptly
  
  

Offshore Team Coordination

• Manage day-to-day work assignments and review deliverables from the offshore accounting team
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and quality of all offshore outputs
• Develop clear processes, workflows, and communication routines with the offshore team
• Provide training and guidance to offshore team members as needed
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; MBA or Master s degree a plus
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role
• Hands-on expertise with Unanet ERP system administration experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency with ADP payroll processing and administration
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience coordinating with or managing remote or offshore accounting teams
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to juggle competing priorities
• Clear communicator who can work effectively across departments and with leadership
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading or supporting a Unanet implementation or system upgrade
• Familiarity with Power Automate, Tableau, or similar reporting and automation tools
• Background in financial planning, budgeting, and variance analysis
• CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA licensure
• Experience working in a professional services, technology, or project-based business environment
  
  

Systems & Tools

• ERP / Accounting: Unanet Financials, Unanet Project Tracking
• Payroll & HR: ADP Payroll, Fidelity 401(k) integration
• Productivity & Analytics: Microsoft Office Suite, Excel (Advanced), Power Automate, Tableau
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunity to take real ownership of the finance function and make a meaningful impact