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Description
Our client headquartered in Virginia is seeking a Controller based in Huntsville, AL. The position reports to the VP of Finance & CFO and offers a hybrid workplace with two remote days. The Controller will serve as a strategic financial leader, guiding Accounting and FP&A teams while ensuring compliance with government contracting standards and driving business growth. This role balances operational excellence with long-term growth, overseeing Accounting Operations, FP&A, Compliance & Governance, Internal Controls & Risk Management and Strategic Planning.
Duties/Responsibilities
Oversee General Ledger, Accounts Payable & Receivable, Payroll, Financial Close, Cash Management and Treasury in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
Ensure accuracy, integrity and timeliness of all financial reporting
Lead fiscal operating budgets, forecasting, reporting and performance reviews
Develop financial models and analytics to support pricing, investments and strategic decision-making
Ensure compliance with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement) & CAS (Cost Accounting Standards) and readiness for DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency) & DCMA (Defense Contract Management Agency) audits
Administer audit schedules and manage relationships with external service providers, including payroll, auditing and tax advisors
Partner with executive leadership, program management, operations & business development
Provide insights that drive growth and strategic long-term planning initiatives
Ensure adequacy of financial controls and compliance, particularly in EAC (Estimate at Completion) profitability analysis and indirect cost management
Requirements
Expertise in GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting standards
Strong background in budgeting, forecasting and EAC management
Proven ability to build financial models supporting pricing, investment and strategic decisions
Experience with government contracting audits including DCAA and DCMA
Proficient in preparing and analyzing financial statements including Profit & Loss, Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow
Software: Integrated Financial Management System, Data Visualization Tools, Microsoft Excel (advanced skills) and ERP (Epicor, Deltek Costpoint, SAP or Oracle)
Qualifications
12+ Years of progressive Accounting/Finance experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role
Aerospace & Defense, Government or Program Finance background preferred
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from accredited four-year College or University in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance (MBA preferred)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
Must be US Citizen and eligible to obtain US DoD Secret Clearance (active clearance a plus)
3 Weeks Vacation & Year-End Time Off
401K Contribution & Matching
Education Reimbursement
Relocation Package
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
Disability insurance
Tuition assistance
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Duties/Responsibilities
Oversee General Ledger, Accounts Payable & Receivable, Payroll, Financial Close, Cash Management and Treasury in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
Ensure accuracy, integrity and timeliness of all financial reporting
Lead fiscal operating budgets, forecasting, reporting and performance reviews
Develop financial models and analytics to support pricing, investments and strategic decision-making
Ensure compliance with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement) & CAS (Cost Accounting Standards) and readiness for DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency) & DCMA (Defense Contract Management Agency) audits
Administer audit schedules and manage relationships with external service providers, including payroll, auditing and tax advisors
Partner with executive leadership, program management, operations & business development
Provide insights that drive growth and strategic long-term planning initiatives
Ensure adequacy of financial controls and compliance, particularly in EAC (Estimate at Completion) profitability analysis and indirect cost management
Requirements
Expertise in GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting standards
Strong background in budgeting, forecasting and EAC management
Proven ability to build financial models supporting pricing, investment and strategic decisions
Experience with government contracting audits including DCAA and DCMA
Proficient in preparing and analyzing financial statements including Profit & Loss, Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow
Software: Integrated Financial Management System, Data Visualization Tools, Microsoft Excel (advanced skills) and ERP (Epicor, Deltek Costpoint, SAP or Oracle)
Qualifications
12+ Years of progressive Accounting/Finance experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role
Aerospace & Defense, Government or Program Finance background preferred
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from accredited four-year College or University in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance (MBA preferred)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
Must be US Citizen and eligible to obtain US DoD Secret Clearance (active clearance a plus)
3 Weeks Vacation & Year-End Time Off
401K Contribution & Matching
Education Reimbursement
Relocation Package
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
Disability insurance
Tuition assistance
Get notified about new Controller jobs in Huntsville, AL.
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