Accounting Manager – Unanet & ADP Expert

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 financial operations and serve as the primary expert for our Unanet ERP and ADP payroll systems. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing all core accounting functions while overseeing an offshore accounting team. The ideal candidate brings deep government contracting finance experience, Unanet super-user expertise, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting Operations & Financial Management
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including G/L, A/P, A/R, payroll, and bank reconciliations
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to senior management
• Manage cash flow monitoring, budgeting, and short- and long-range financial forecasting
• Analyze indirect rates monthly and report on variances
• Oversee tax preparation and filing; interface with external CPA firm for business tax returns
• Conduct periodic internal audits to maintain accuracy and integrity of financial data
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures aligned with regulatory standards

Unanet ERP Administration

• Serve as Unanet Super User: configure and maintain system backend, project administration, PO functionality, and system improvements
• Generate ad hoc and analytics reports; continuously optimize Unanet for operational efficiency
• Manage purchase orders, invoicing, and onboarding/offboarding workflows within Unanet
• Collect and process weekly timesheets; ensure accuracy and compliance
• Lead or support Unanet upgrades, integrations, and process automation initiatives

ADP Payroll Management

• Administer ADP payroll processing across all employee types; ensure timely and accurate payroll runs
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Oversee 401(k) and benefits integrations within ADP; coordinate with HR on employee lifecycle events

Offshore Team Leadership

• Directly supervise and coordinate with the offshore accounting team on daily deliverables
• Assign tasks, review outputs, and ensure quality and timeliness of all offshore deliverables
• Train and mentor offshore team members on processes, compliance standards, and system usage
• Establish workflows, SOPs, and communication cadences with the offshore team

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (MBA or Master’s preferred)
• 5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role
• Hands-on expertise with Unanet ERP (Financials, Project Tracking, and system administration)
• Proficiency in ADP payroll processing and administration
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, DCAA/FAR compliance, and government contracting accounting requirements
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating with remote/offshore accounting teams
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading or participating in Unanet ERP implementations or upgrades
• Familiarity with Power Automate, Tableau, or other data visualization/automation tools
• Experience with incurred cost submissions, indirect rate structures, and cost proposals
• Background in M&A financial due diligence or accounting system migrations
• CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA licensure

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