Controller

Position: Controller
Status: Full-Time
Hours: Hybrid, 3 days in the office, 2 remote
Location: Lanham, MD
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Hiring:Immediate – Hiring ASAP
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Our client is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Controller to oversee the organization's accounting and financial operations. The Controller will serve as the senior accounting leader, responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing financial reporting, managing accounting operations, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations.
The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience, with demonstrated experience in government contracting and hands-on expertise with NetSuite.
This is a key leadership position that will work closely with executive management to provide financial insight, support strategic decision-making, and ensure the organization maintains strong financial controls and processes.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Full-Time employment opportunity with a reputable organization
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative and professional work environment
• Immediate hiring opportunity

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Oversee the organization's day-to-day accounting and financial operations
· Prepare and oversee accurate internal and external financial statements and financial reports
· Manage and maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records
· Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
· Develop and manage annual budgets, financial projections, and forecasts
· Conduct financial analysis and variance reporting to support organizational decision-making
· Establish, maintain, and monitor effective internal controls and accounting policies
· Coordinate and support internal and external audits
· Oversee cash flow management, banking relationships, and overall financial risk management
· Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting and finance staff
· Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax-related functions
· Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing and tax compliance
· Provide financial analysis and strategic guidance to executive leadership
· Support financial management and reporting requirements associated with government contracts
· Ensure compliance with applicable government contracting accounting and financial requirements
· Monitor contract-related financial activity, billing, revenue recognition, and cost reporting
· Evaluate and improve accounting processes, systems, and procedures to increase efficiency and accuracy
· Utilize NetSuite to manage accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, and financial data
· Ensure financial policies and procedures are aligned with organizational objectives
· Coordinate communication between the accounting department, executive leadership, auditors, financial institutions, and external partners
· Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience
• Government contracting experience required
• Hands-on NetSuite experience required
• Previous experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or senior-level accounting professional
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Experience with internal controls, audits, AP/AR, payroll, and tax compliance
• Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• CPA or CMA certification preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and ERP experience
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet financial reporting deadlines

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of accounting/financial management experience, government contracting experience, strong hands-on NetSuite experience, and a CPA or CMA certification is preferred. This is an immediate hiring opportunity, so qualified candidates are encouraged to apply ASAP.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This position routinely utilizes standard office equipment such as laptops, computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets, in a home office as well as an in-person office environment.
• Ability to lift/move up to 20 pounds.
• This position is generally performed in a professional office setting; 70% sitting, 20% standing, and 10% walking.
• The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a qualifying disability to perform the essential functions.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position.