Accounting Manager

Do numbers speak your language? Are you energized by optimizing financial processes, driving continuous improvement, and leading with precision? We’re looking for an Accounting Manager who thrives in a dynamic environment, someone who embraces change, takes initiative, and is always looking for a better way to do things.

In this role, you’ll be a key player in shaping efficient, scalable accounting operations. You’ll bring a proactive mindset, a strong sense of ownership, and a sharp eye for detail—not just in your own work, but in reviewing and validating the work of others. You’re someone who asks questions, challenges assumptions, and ensures accuracy at every step. If you're ready to lead with accountability and make a real impact—this might be exactly what you’ve been counting on.

mdg is a marketing agency that delivers results for association and event clients in diverse categories like education, healthcare, technology, energy, cupcakes, cheese curls and craft beer (we’ll explain those last three later). With a 48-year track record of success, mdg was named a “Best Place to Work” by Meetings & Conventions magazine. We’re now seeking an Accounting Manager to join our Washington DC area team.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Generate internal revenue forecasts and campaign financial reports
• Analyze budget vs. actuals and provide actionable insights
• Manage media spend tracking and reconciliation with the paid media team
• Lead monthly credit card reconciliation and expense compliance
• Drive the month-end close process, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Review accounts payable, and assist with AR collections
• Maintain weekly cash flow forecasts and perform bank reconciliations
• Support process improvements and internal control initiatives

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, including a track record of reviewing and guiding the work of other team members
• Experience in a marketing agency or professional services environment a plus
• Experience with campaign/project profitability reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and vlookups
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g. NetSuite, Sage, SAP, or similar ERP systems)
• PowerBI experience a plus

At mdg, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our clients and our communities can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.

mdg also offers a competitive benefits package including medical, 401k, and profit sharing contributions.

Job Type (Remote, In-Office, or Hybrid) = Hybrid