Controller, Accounting, Accounting Manager

Surface Optics Corporation (SOC) has been at the forefront of engineering and manufacturing solutions for the optical properties of surfaces for over 40 years. The company provides a wide range of services and products, including reflectance measurement services, custom instrument engineering, analytical software, reflectometers, hyperspectral and multispectral imagers, and surface coating products. These offerings support diverse industry applications, combining cutting-edge technology with expertise.

SOC is recognized as a trusted partner for advancing optical innovations.

The Controller will be responsible for maintaining a strong internal control structure, and will manage accounting operations including GAAP compliance, internal/external financial statement reporting, management of external audits, and the monthly/annual close process. This position has direct supervisory responsibilities over accounting personnel. This position is also responsible for A/R and asset management. All duties and responsibilities are performed according to SOC policies and procedures.

This position is required to work in the office daily during normal business hours.

The ideal candidate will have experience with defense contractors and small growth companies. The applicant will also possess the following attributes:

• Must easily adapt to a fast-paced, changing environment; be a self-starter and possess the ability to meet all deadlines while multi-tasking and being highly detail-oriented
• Must be ethical, honest, trustworthy, reliable, responsible, and professional
• Excellent people skills with experience collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse and dynamic team
• Preferred candidates will demonstrate expertise in the use of Excel and Quick Books, Sage 300 (Accpac) or similar ERP software, and has Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) compliance training

• Responsible for managing full-cycle accounting for both Government (compliant with FAR) and Managerial accounting/reporting in compliance with GAAP
• Prepare financial statements, cash flow projections and operating budgets (monthly, quarterly and annually)
• Monitor and update internal controls to ensure financial transaction compliance meets independent and governmental audit requirements
• Manage month-end and year-end close, preparing accruals and schedules, and submit monthly and ad hoc financial reporting packages.
• Audit the process and data flow between accounting systems and sub-systems
• Monitor business performance, banking activity and cash flow
• Manage Inventory accounting and work closely with manufacturing to ensure Inventory processes are in place
• Direct purchasing related to production inventory, facilities, legal, and insurance
• Reconcile General Ledger accounts monthly, ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting records and financial systems.
• Responsible for timely reporting to external stakeholders.
• Assist CEO as required (Finance, Facilities, Contracts, Human Resources, and Insurance etc.)
• Mandatory attendance at all-hands SOC safety, security and HR meetings

CPA preferred, Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from four-year College required. At least 5 years of detailed cost accounting experience, preferably with the inclusion of government and inventory cost accounting. At least 3 years of management experience and leading an accounting department. Demonstrated "hands-on" experience in Financial Management and Accounting, Legal and Regulatory Compliance, Internal and External Auditing, Budgets/Forecasting, Inventory Management.