Controller CPA

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead and control all accounting operations in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain and enforce a documented system of accounting policies and procedures
• Implement internal controls to minimize financial and compliance risk
• Own month-end close, completed by the 15th of each month
• Oversee financial reporting, ensuring GAAP compliance
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, reconciled monthly
• Partner with purchasing on accounting for goods and services
• Support IT and ERP system requirements for accounting and reporting
• Recommend and track financial performance benchmarks
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Perform detailed cost, revenue, and balance sheet analysis
• Support and coordinate annual audits with external auditors
• File and review payroll tax, sales tax, and regulatory reports
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Support DoD and government contracting financial requirements
• Perform additional accounting and finance duties as assigned

• CPA designation REQUIRED (non-negotiable)
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Shipbuilding / ship repair / shipyard experience strongly preferred
• Experience supporting DoD and government contracts
• Strong background in cost accounting, job costing, earned value
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Proven experience with ERP systems (Visual preferred)
• Strong audit, compliance, and regulatory reporting experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work on-site, Monday-Friday (local candidates only)