Accounting Controller

Overview

This senior director–level role oversees all accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial records and providing operational leadership with the data needed to manage projects and business performance. The position reports to the Sr Director of Finance and Accounting.

Base Pay

• Base salary range: $130,000 - $185,000
• Base salary may vary based on geographical area and candidate’s experience

Location

Preference for candidates located in one of the established offices: Anchorage, AK; Wilmington, NC; San Antonio, TX; Temecula, CA; Marysville, WA; or Tempe, AZ. Remote work will be considered.

Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Direct and manage all core accounting functions.
• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial records in compliance with GAAP and government contracting requirements.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, workflows, and internal controls.
• Oversee cash management, bank accounts, and banking system access.
• Provide financial data and cost analysis to operational leaders.
• Support cross-department collaboration for effective financial management.
• Monitor accounting workloads, deadlines, staffing, and provide backup support when needed.
• Lead annual budget preparation and management.

Government Contracting & Cost Accounting

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, DCAA, CMMC, and federal/state/local regulations.
• Manage cost pools and indirect billing rates and other contract support needs.
• Support job costing, contract costing, rate development, and government contract requirements.
• Prepare or oversee DCAA Incurred Cost Proposals and ICE schedules.
• Complete annual 8(a) updates, SAM requests, and other submissions.
• Provide financial guidance to project teams on contract costs, billing, and estimates.

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee payroll tax compliance and multi-state tax matters.
• Manage sales tax and business and occupation (B&O) tax obligations.
• Monitor tax law changes and recommend process improvements.
• Coordinate tax audits, resolve disputes, and manage tax-related controls.
• Reconcile Form 941 and oversee profit-sharing contributions.
• Coordinate annual insurance renewals and ensure regulatory compliance.

Audit & Compliance

• Lead annual financial audit preparation and coordination.
• Serve as primary contact for auditors and financial stakeholders.
• Prepare and review schedules, reconciliations, and audit documentation.
• Maintain internal controls and support financial governance.
• Respond to audit findings and implement corrective actions.

Process Improvement

• Continuously improve accounting processes, controls, workflows, and systems.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Standardize procedures and strengthen internal controls.
• Collaborate with departments to resolve process issues and promote accountability.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and mentor accounting supervisors and staff across all functions.
• Set performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and support employee development.
• Build a positive, high-performing team culture aligned with organizational values.
• Evaluate staffing needs and maintain appropriate segregation of duties.

Customer Service & Collaboration

• Provide effective accounting support to operations, administrative leaders, and employees.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships through clear communication and problem-solving.
• Serve as a trusted resource on financial processes, policies, and requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• 5+ years of management or supervisory experience.
• 5+ years of government contracting experience; construction preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing accounting operations, staff, job costing, indirect rates, and compliance.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CMA, or CFMA certification.
• Master’s degree in related field.
• Experience with DCAA audits, Alaska Native Corporations, Tribes, or Native Hawaiian Organizations.
• Familiarity with SBA 8(a) program.
• Strong Microsoft Office and advanced Excel skills.

Competencies

• Deep knowledge of GAAP, government contracting accounting, job costing, cost pools, and indirect rates.
• Strong understanding of DCAA and FAR Part 31.
• Expertise in accounting operations, controls, compliance, treasury, and auditing.
• Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and work under pressure.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet deadlines.

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match

Work Environment

• Position may be subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions, including noise sufficient to cause the worker to shout.
• Position may be subject to a variety of physical conditions including proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electric current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat, or exposure to chemicals.
• Position may be subject to atmospheric conditions including fumes, odors, dusts, mist, gases, or poor ventilation.
• Position may require close visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.

Physical Qualifications

• Mobility: must be able to stoop, kneel, reach, walk, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.
• Hearing: must be able to hear audible safety alarms.
• Visual acuity: must be adequate to perform tasks safely, including viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.
• Lifting: must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects (including the human body).

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and provides positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, parenthood, pregnancy, marital status, or changes in marital status, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. This applies to recruitment, placement, pay, benefits, training, employment status changes, social and recreational programs, and other conditions and benefits of employment.

Employment preference is granted first to BBNC and Choggiung shareholders (and their spouses or descendants), and second to Alaska Native Corporation shareholders in accordance with P.L. 93-638.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This job description is not a contract or employment. Employment is at-will, meaning the employer or employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause.