Controller

Overview

This role involves directing the financial close and day-to-day accounting operations, administering the ERP system, overseeing financial audits, and leading the accounting team. You will serve as a key partner in ensuring compliance with government contracting regulations (FAR and CAS) and delivering accurate, timely financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure FAR/CAS/DCAA-compliant financial operations and internal controls, including indirect cost rate structures and incurred cost submissions
• Lead close processes and GAAP-compliant financial reporting, including the general ledger, AP/AR, cost accounting, and government-required submissions
• Manage government contract accounting activities, including cost allocation, indirect rates (Fringe, Overhead, G&A), contract pricing, and the annual incurred cost submission in partnership with contracting officers and auditors
• Lead and mentor the accounting team
• Coordinate with program and business development teams
• Oversee ERP security and audit support
• Support payroll reconciliation, the annual financial audit, budgeting/reforecasts, and multi-state tax compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA Certification
• 9+ years of accounting experience, including 5+ years in government contracting
• Deep knowledge of FAR, CAS, and DCAA audit requirements
• Experience with indirect cost rate development and incurred cost submissions
• Strong proficiency in Deltek Costpoint
• Expertise in GAAP accounting principles
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or MBA
• Experience with ERP systems and financial automation tools
• Prior work with healthcare or technology-focused government contractors

Compensation & Benefits

• Not specified

Location

• Fully Remote
• Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST, Monday – Friday
• Preferred locations: GA, DC/MD/VA