Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

Controller

Salary: $135,000 – $185,000 + bonus potential

Location: Northern VA

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Exposure to multiple clients - more variety and a broader skill set
• Opportunity to work closer to leadership and be part of real decision-making
• A clear path into a more strategic, advisory role over time
• Smaller, tight-knit team where your work doesn’t go unnoticed
• Strong stability - long-tenured team and long-term client relationships
• Competitive base + bonus
• Full benefits package including health, dental, PTO, and 401(k) with match
• Collaborative environment where people actually work together and support each other

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee full-cycle accounting for multiple government contracting clients
• Manage and review month-end close, financial reporting, and reconciliations
• Lead accounting operations including AP, AR, GL, and payroll
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, and DCAA regulations
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Oversee audits (financial, DCAA, incurred cost)
• Work directly with clients to deliver accounting support and insights
• Identify areas for improvement and help streamline processes

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of accounting experience in government contracting
• Strong hands-on experience with Deltek Costpoint
• Experience managing full-cycle accounting operations
• Knowledge of GAAP, FAR, and DCAA compliance
• Experience leading accounting functions and teams
• Ability to work in a client-facing environment supporting multiple entities
• Background in consulting, advisory, or public accounting environments preferred
• Experience working with multiple clients or business units preferred

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