Controller, Government, Financial Compliance

Description Job Overview

The Entwistle Company is seeking a skilled and motivated Controller to build a long-term career in our collaborative and innovative environment. In this role, you’ll help deliver mission-critical components that support U.S. and allied defense, with your skills, creativity, and impact directly contributing to national and global security. We value talent, encourage innovation, and promote professional growth. Ready to make a real difference?

Join us.

To be an essential provider of mission-critical defense components & systems, spanning air, land, sea and space, recognized for our specialized capabilities, quality and dependability.

To design, manufacture & build-to-print innovative and cost-effective products.

To help our DoD, Prime and Foreign Military customers and US warfighter succeed in their missions.

At The Entwistle Company, our values—Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment—guide everything we do, from daily decisions to long-term strategy.

• Oversee all accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial data and statements.
• Establish and maintain strong financial controls, including expense management and internal accounting procedures.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly financial statements, sub ledgers, and balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure proper documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Support payroll processes, including time reporting, account reconciliation, and internal controls.
• Manage billing, collections, and credit functions to ensure operational efficiency.
• Produce and analyze monthly and quarterly financial and operational performance metrics.
• Coordinate with external auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.

Competitive pay based on experience.

• 401k – 4% match on 5% deferrals
• PTO – Up to 5 weeks
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Employer provided Paid Family/Medical Leave
• Generous Health Insurance Coverage
• Dental Insurance AND Vision Insurance
• Safety Shoes & Glasses reimbursements
• Employee Appreciation Events

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 5–10 years of progressive financial management experience, with strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Experience with ERP systems required; familiarity with Global Shop Solutions is a plus.
• Background in manufacturing, R&D, and product development strongly preferred.
• Cost accounting and government contracting experience, including work with DCAA/DCMA auditors, is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership, sound business judgment, and analytical thinking.
• Strong presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Executive presence with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• High integrity, strong work ethic, creativity, and the ability to make timely, difficult decisions.

• Army MOS: 45A – Comptroller
• Navy NEC: 1050 – Comptroller
• Air Force AFSC: 6F0X1 – Financial Management and Comptroller
• Marine Corps MOS: 3404 – Financial Management Officer
• Coast Guard Rating: 30 – Comptrollership

Competitive pay based on experience.