Controller

CFS

Washington, DC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$155,000–$200,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Banking Services, Billing, Budgeting, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Construction, Cost Control, Data Quality, Decision Support, Deltek Accounting Software, Deltek Vision, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Compliance, Financial Control, Financial Planning, Financial Projections, Financial Risk Management, Financial Statements, Financial Strategy, Financial Systems, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Head of Finance, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Payroll Accounting, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Profit & Loss, Project Control, Project Evaluation, Project/Program Management, Tax Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
12 days ago

Controller


$155,000-$200,000


Why This Opportunity Stands Out:



  • They are hoping to find someone who could eventually take over the CFO years down the line.

  • This is with a growing and financially stable firm and proud of their strong culture.

  • In addition to manage the accounting team, this Controller will help the firm on the financial and strategic side of things.

  • They have wonderful benefits including they pay 100% healthcare for employees, profit sharing plans in addition to a 401K.


Key Responsibilities for the Controller:



  • Direct budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes, analyzing performance against targets and addressing variances to support informed decision-making.

  • Develop and track KPIs, delivering clear financial insights and strategic guidance to leadership on operations, investments, and growth initiatives.

  • Manage financial risk, compliance, and internal control frameworks to ensure operational integrity and protect company assets.

  • Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and project accounting operations.

  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and lead the annual audit process while maintaining tax and regulatory compliance.

  • Administer and enhance ERP and financial systems, while managing cash flow and maintaining banking relationships.

  • Analyze project financial performance, including profitability, budgeting, and cost control, partnering with project managers to ensure alignment with financial goals.

  • Oversee billing operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of client invoicing.

  • Implement and maintain strong internal controls to ensure data accuracy and safeguard financial assets.

  • Lead and develop the finance and accounting team, establishing clear expectations, driving performance, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment.


Qualifications for the Controller:



  • 7–20 years of experience within the design, engineering, architecture, or construction industries

  • Experience with Vantagepoint and/or Deltek Vision software is a must









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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/