Shield Consulting Accounting Manager

About Cedar Solutions Group Cedar Solutions Group is a Denver, Colorado-based holding company that acquires and operates government-services businesses across the United States. Cedar is driven by a people-first mission: invest in exceptional talent and technology to deliver effective government solutions. We are uniquely long-term oriented — we seek to hold and grow our businesses indefinitely, not flip them. Cedar is backed by Evergreen Services Group and Alpine Investors, a leading private equity firm focused on services and software with $16B+ in AUM. Our portfolio companies benefit from proven playbooks, shared resources, and a culture built on accountability, continuous improvement, and genuine care for people. About the Operating Company Shield Consulting is a Maryland-based government contractor specializing in high-end technical support and subcontracting services. With a focused and skilled team operating in the Intelligence Community, this business has established itself as a trusted partner to prime contractors and government customers alike. The Opportunity Cedar Solutions Group is seeking a highly skilled Accounting Manager to take ownership of our key accounting functions, financial reporting, and KPI dashboard management at one of our operating companies. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen, mastery in Excel modeling, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This individual will thrive in a dynamic environment, effectively balancing strategic responsibilities with day-to-day accounting tasks. Reporting to the founders, this role is crucial for driving accuracy, improving processes, and supporting company growth. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Close: Manage accounting activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting including profit and loss reports, cash flow analyses, income statements, balance sheets, and supporting schedules. Partner with finance team to manage month-end close processes, including financial reporting preparation. Collaborate on variance analysis to drive insightful financial reporting. Take responsibility for the KPI dashboard, ensuring over 95% accuracy in formulas and data across sheets. Executes and oversees general ledger account entries and reconciliations for all areas and functions within Shield. Payroll & Team Leadership: Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accurate deductions, bonuses, and tax withholdings. Manage time entries in prime contractor portals for specific contracts. Reconcile billable hours between company hours and prime contractors, ensuring accurate tracking and invoicing. Support, mentor, train, and coordinate workflows for the accounting staff. Handle quarterly 401(k) and profit-sharing deposits. Government Contracting: Actively participate in the proposal process for bidding on new government contracts. Assist in billing the Government and establishing compliant…