GXM CONSULTING
Financial Controller
Financial Controller - up to $120,000 base
Location: Arlington, VA (hybrid, onsite majority), Richmond, VA (salary ranges provided)
Description The Controller manages day‑to‑day accounting, contracting, and financial operations while ensuring compliance with government contracting regulations. This role bridges strategic oversight from the CFO with tactical accounting execution, HR‑oriented compliance, and project management support for ongoing teams. It requires strategic leadership to shape decisions, policies, workflows, staffing, and change as the company grows. Flexibility, creativity, and commitment are essential in a rapid‑paced, high‑intensity environment.
Responsibilities
Oversee general ledger, A/P, A/R, payroll, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
Manage indirect rate structures, cost pools, and allocations to comply with FAR and CAS.
Support contract financial management: invoicing, revenue recognition, burn rate monitoring, and collections.
Prepare budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analyses to support company planning.
Maintain compliance with DCAA, external audit requirements, and tax obligations.
Implement and monitor internal financial controls.
Ensure accounting and billing processes meet FAR, DFARS, CAS, and other federal requirements.
Maintain documentation for Incurred Cost Submissions and audit support.
Partner with program managers for financial performance monitoring, analysis, and recommendations.
Manage HR functions including onboarding, benefits administration, employment law compliance, and vendor coordination.
Support policy development and compliance monitoring.
Serve as key liaison between CFO and operational staff.
Provide financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to leadership.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA strongly preferred.
U.S. citizenship required.
8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including 3+ years in supervisory roles.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and government contracting (FAR, DFARS).
Minimum 5+ years experience with GovCon financial systems preferred.
Hands‑on transaction accounting expertise.
HR process knowledge (onboarding, benefits, compliance).
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize competing priorities and work in a rapidly changing environment.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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Location: Arlington, VA (hybrid, onsite majority), Richmond, VA (salary ranges provided)
Description The Controller manages day‑to‑day accounting, contracting, and financial operations while ensuring compliance with government contracting regulations. This role bridges strategic oversight from the CFO with tactical accounting execution, HR‑oriented compliance, and project management support for ongoing teams. It requires strategic leadership to shape decisions, policies, workflows, staffing, and change as the company grows. Flexibility, creativity, and commitment are essential in a rapid‑paced, high‑intensity environment.
Responsibilities
Oversee general ledger, A/P, A/R, payroll, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
Manage indirect rate structures, cost pools, and allocations to comply with FAR and CAS.
Support contract financial management: invoicing, revenue recognition, burn rate monitoring, and collections.
Prepare budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analyses to support company planning.
Maintain compliance with DCAA, external audit requirements, and tax obligations.
Implement and monitor internal financial controls.
Ensure accounting and billing processes meet FAR, DFARS, CAS, and other federal requirements.
Maintain documentation for Incurred Cost Submissions and audit support.
Partner with program managers for financial performance monitoring, analysis, and recommendations.
Manage HR functions including onboarding, benefits administration, employment law compliance, and vendor coordination.
Support policy development and compliance monitoring.
Serve as key liaison between CFO and operational staff.
Provide financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to leadership.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA strongly preferred.
U.S. citizenship required.
8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including 3+ years in supervisory roles.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and government contracting (FAR, DFARS).
Minimum 5+ years experience with GovCon financial systems preferred.
Hands‑on transaction accounting expertise.
HR process knowledge (onboarding, benefits, compliance).
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize competing priorities and work in a rapidly changing environment.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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