Controller

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado, +6 more states.

📋 Description

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.

• Provide precise GAAP financial statements, consolidations, and management reports.

• Oversee accounting operations, which include accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, general ledger, reconciliations, fixed assets, lease accounting, and technical accounting judgments.

• Manage cost accounting for manufacturing and testing operations, covering inventory valuation, work-in-progress, variances, scrap, and burden.

• Supervise project accounting within Deltek Costpoint.

• Ensure contract structures, funding, indirect rates, and billings conform to FAR, DFARS, and CAS requirements.

• Generate internal accounting and financial reports for management and directors.

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets.

• Review, maintain, and enhance accounting procedures and policies.

• Collaborate with Contracts and Program Management on incurred-cost submissions, rate negotiations, audits, and contract briefings.

• Develop and maintain internal controls for audits, customer evaluations, and financing events.

• Prepare and oversee company financial and 401(k) audits.

• Coordinate corporate tax compliance and regulatory filings in partnership with external tax advisors.

• Generate accounting and financial reports for investors, auditors, governmental bodies, and regulatory agencies.

• Recruit, manage, and develop the accounting team.

• Enhance close cycle time, Deltek Costpoint configurations, and reporting methods.

• Establish departmental objectives and propose both short- and long-term strategic plans.

• Support FP&A and leadership with accurate and timely actual financial data.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• 10–12 years of progressive experience in accounting.

• A minimum of 3 years as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager.

• At least 4 years in a supervisory role.

• Experience managing an enterprise resource planning system.

• Knowledge of revenue recognition (ASC 606) accounting.

• Experience in manufacturing cost accounting, inventory management, job or project costing, and margin analysis.

• Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, CAS, incurred cost, provisional billing rates, and DCAA audit expectations.

• Demonstrated ability to complete the monthly close efficiently, manage audits, and lead a team.

• Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.

• Capability to work independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• CPA license or CMA certification is preferred.

• Relevant experience in manufacturing or the aerospace and defense sectors is advantageous.

• Experience with Deltek Costpoint administration is a plus.

• Experience in smaller or earlier-stage operations that involve building teams, processes, and controls in a high-growth or scaling environment is beneficial.

• Ability to thrive in ambiguous situations with competing priorities and a self-starter mindset.

• Must reside and work remotely from Colorado, Florida, North Carolina, Washington, Utah, Texas, or Oklahoma.

• Capability to sit for extended periods while working at a desk and on a computer.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for stock option plan, subject to executive review and approval.

• Health insurance coverage.

• Dental insurance plans.

• Vision insurance plans.

• Flexible Time Off policy.

• Parental leave benefits.

• 401(k) plan with a 100% company match up to 4%.

• Commitment to an equal opportunity and inclusive workplace.

• Reasonable accommodations during the application or recruitment process.