Controller

Controller Company: Hunter Strategy Location: Remote (United States) Position Overview Hunter Strategy is seeking an experienced Controller to join our Corporate Center team. Reporting to the Managing Director of Corporate Center, this is a senior, hands on role that spans the full spectrum of finance and project controls — from day to day transactional operations to DCAA compliance, contract financial management, forecasting, and pricing support. This role is both a strategic finance partner and an execution oriented operator, and we are looking for someone who takes pride in owning both. Key Responsibilities Day to Day Financial Operations - Manage full cycle accounts payable and receivable, including payment posting, subcontractor invoice processing, and vendor management - Own government and commercial invoicing across contract types (T&M, FFP, etc.) ensuring accuracy and timeliness - Administer expense management — coding transactions, reconciling accounts, and following up with employees on outstanding items - Execute ERP transaction imports and exports, ensuring proper cost coding and project alignment - Process payroll journal entries and coordinate with the People Operations team on labor distribution Month-End, Quarter-End & Financial Reporting - Lead month end and quarter end close, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness across all accounts - Prepare financial statements, management reports, and executive dashboards for senior leadership - Perform variance analysis and provide clear, actionable commentary on financial performance - Maintain the general ledger and ensure proper cost allocation across direct, overhead, and G&A pools - Oversee indirect cost pool structure and allocation methodologies Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning - Develop and manage the annual operating budget and rolling forecasts in partnership with the MD of Corporate Center - Support long range financial planning, scenario modeling, and cash flow management - Maintain and update financial models used for pricing, capacity planning, and business development - Track and report on IT, operational budgets, and software licensing costs Contract & Project Controls - Monitor contract funding levels, CLINs, expenditure rates, and burn rates across the portfolio; proactively flag issues - Maintain contract level budgets and provide project financial reporting to program leadership - Support contract modifications, option year pricing, and subcontract financial management - Partner with the MD of Corporate Center on revenue recognition, funding status, and contract close out - Assist with cost proposal development, pricing narratives, and basis of estimate (BOE) support for new business and recompetes DCAA Compliance & Audit Support - Prepare and submit Provisional Billing Rates (PBRs) and Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS) to DCAA - Maintain a DCAA compliant accounting system and ensure adherence to FAR, DFARS, and CAS requirements - Serve as a key liaison for DCAA auditors; respond to audit inquiries and maintain audit-ready documentation - Support compensation reasonableness analysis and indirect rate development Systems & Process Improvement - Serve as a power user and functional administrator for Unanet ERP — including project setup, billing configuration, and reporting - Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across finance operations Required Qualifications - 8–12 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with meaningful government contracting exposure - Demonstrated experience with full cycle accounting, AP/AR, invoicing, and month end close in a GovCon environment - Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS cost principles, DCAA compliance requirements, and federal billing practices - Experience with contract level financial tracking, funding management, and project controls - Comfortable operating in a small business environment where senior staff handle both strategic and transactional work - Proficiency with government contracting ERP systems (Unanet, Deltek Costpoint, or similar) - Strong attention to detail, organizational discipline, and ability to manage a high-volume, varied workload - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Preferred Qualifications - Experience with Unanet ERP — project accounting, billing, labor distribution, and reporting modules - Familiarity with Ramp or similar expense management platforms - Experience with Rippling or similar HRIS/payroll systems - Experience preparing Provisional Billing Rates and Incurred Cost Submissions - Background supporting pricing and cost proposals for government contract recompetes or new business - Knowledge of HUBZone or other small business program compliance requirements - CPA certification or active pursuit - Experience with GSA Schedule financial requirements and compliance