Controller
Robert Half
Job Description
Job Description
Our client, a well-established and growing government contractor, is seeking a Controller to lead its accounting and financial reporting function. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional with approximately 10-15 years of progressive experience who is ready to take the next step in their career. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in public accounting and auditing, combined with hands-on corporate accounting experience. This role offers significant visibility to executive leadership and the opportunity to help shape the future finance organization as the company continues to grow.
Responsibilities
- Lead all accounting operations including general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, accounts payable, payroll, and cash management.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, government contracting regulations, and company policies.
- Support annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting processes, and financial procedures.
- Assist with indirect rate calculations, incurred cost submissions, and government reporting requirements.
- Analyze financial results and provide recommendations to senior leadership.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives.
- Develop and mentor accounting staff while building scalable processes to support future growth.
- Collaborate with operations, contracts, and program management teams to ensure financial compliance and reporting accuracy.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- CPA strongly preferred.
- Approximately 10-15 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Public accounting and audit background required.
- Experience within a government contracting environment.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
- Knowledge of FAR, CAS, and DCAA regulations preferred.
- Experience managing audits and interacting with external auditors.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Vacancy posted 8 days ago
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