GovCon Controller

Cherry Bekaert

  • District of Columbia
  • 8 days ago
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    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounting Closeunmatched
    • Accounting Policiesunmatched
    • Accounts Payableunmatched
    • Accounts Receivableunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Cash Managementunmatched
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Contract Requirementsunmatched
    • Cost Accountingunmatched
    • Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA)unmatched
    • Deltek Costpointunmatched
    • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Financial Complianceunmatched
    • Financial Controlunmatched
    • Financial Managementunmatched
    • Financial Planningunmatched
    • Financial Policiesunmatched
    • Financial Reportingunmatched
    • Financial Statementsunmatched
    • Forecastingunmatched
    • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
    • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
    • Government Contractsunmatched
    • Government Regulationsunmatched
    • Government Requirementsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Mergers and Acquisitionsunmatched
    • NetSuiteunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Payroll Managementunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched

    Description

    GovCon Controller
    Government Contracting Controller
    Location: Washington DC Metro Area
    Compensation: $185k +benefits
    We are partnering with a growing government contractor seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and support executive leadership with financial reporting, compliance, and strategic initiatives.
    This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and has a strong understanding of government contracting regulations, project accounting, and financial management.
    Key Responsibilities
    • Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
    • Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management
    • Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP
    • Ensure compliance with DCAA, FAR, CAS, and government contract requirements
    • Manage indirect rate calculations, incurred cost submissions, and audit support activities
    • Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
    • Develop and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes
    • Supervise and mentor accounting staff
    • Support ERP system improvements, implementations, and process optimization initiatives
    Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
    • CPA preferred
    • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities
    • Government contracting experience required
    • Strong understanding of DCAA compliance, FAR, CAS, and cost accounting principles
    • Experience with ERP systems such as Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, Jamis, NetSuite, or similar platforms
    • Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills
    • Excellent communication and leadership abilities
    Preferred Experience
    • Mid-sized government contractor environment
    • Incurred cost submissions and DCAA audits
    • Multi-contract and project-based accounting
    • M&A integration, systems conversion, or growth-stage organizations

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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDistrict of Columbia
    Websitehttps://www.cbh.com

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