Junior Finance Controller TS/SCI CI poly

Junior Finance Controller - TS/SCI CI polyDepartment: Government Customer- ChantillyLocation: Chantilly, VATENICA is looking to hire a Junior Finance Controller. Must have active TS/SCI with CI poly.Basic Function: The junior – mid corporate controller position is accountable for assisting in the accounting operations of the company, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.Principal Accountabilities:ManagementMaintain a documented system of accounting policies and proceduresManage and coordinate with outsourced functionsOversee the operations of the accounting department, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving the department's goals and objectivesTransactionsEnsure that accounts receivable are collected promptlyAssist with payroll processingEnsure that periodic bank reconciliations are completedMaintain the chart of accountsMaintain an orderly accounting filing systemMaintain a system of controls over accounting transactionsReportingIssue timely and complete financial statementsAssist in coordinating the preparation of the corporate annual reportCalculate and issue financial and operating metricsManage the production of the annual budget and forecastsCalculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to managementProvide for a system of management cost reportsProvide financial analyses as needed, in particular for capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiationsComplianceCoordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual auditMonitor debt levels and compliance with debt covenantsComply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filingsDesired Qualifications: The controller candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience and 3+ years of progressively responsible experience for a major company or division of a large corporation. Deltek Costpoint and Microsoft excel experience are highly preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with the Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designations.TENICA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.