Controller

*Fascinating career opportunity for a Controller located in Virginia Beach for a growing veteran owned Defense and Space manufacturing company.
* *BENEFITS* · *Health, Dental and Vision Insurance* · *Life insurance* · *Short-term & Long-term Disability insurance* · *PTO* · *Holiday* · *401k retirement plan* · *\*Not an exhaustive list* The Controller is primarily responsible for managing daily financial transactions and tasks related to all facets of the operation and maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the ERP and other company systems consistent with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards (GAS), and corporate ethics, goals, and objectives.
A highly proficient level of accounting, business experience and judgment are required to plan and accomplish goals.
Performance of responsibilities is expected to be completed on an accurate and timely basis, and with minimal supervision.
*MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES* · Manages the accounting staff and is responsible for all accounting functions, such as financial reporting, billing, collections, payroll, and budget preparation, cash management, General Ledger, business accounting practices, and others.
· Recruits and hires accounting and financial staff and conducts performance evaluations.
· Coordinates training programs for new staff and identifies training needs for current staff.
· Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls and audits over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
· Maintains a documented system of timekeeping policies and procedures; implements a system of controls and audits over timekeeping to minimize risk.
· Manages all financial related elements of the company’s ERP system in support of both Government Services Contracting (Job Costing) and Commercial Manufacturing (Cost Accounting and Inventory).
· Develops and manages business and accounting processes, tools, analysis, and reporting to generate and manage Financial Statements, Revenue Forecasts, Cash Flow Forecasts, Budgets, Reconciliations, and other such business and financial performance metrics.
· Production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Governmental Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and other financial reporting standards as required.
· Prepares for and manages all external audit requirements, such as DCAA Incurred Cost Submissions, Accounting System Audits, Insurance audits, Tax, and other financial audits.
· Develop financial proposals in support of company Government Services Contracting opportunities and existing contracts.
· Manages all financial aspects of company Government Services Contracts in coordination with internal Business Unit Leadership and various external Government Contracting Agencies.
· Develops and manages company Subcontractor contracts and relationships.
· Audits accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; coordinates and works with outside auditors and provides needed information for various requirements.
· Assist Accounting Staff with daily duties as necessary to complete tasks accurately and on time.
· Presents recommendations to management on financial objectives and policies.
· Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.
· Performance of responsibilities is expected to be completed on an accurate and timely basis in support of senior leadership and corporate policies and goals.
· Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.
· Employs Continual Improvement practices to streamline processes using automated data mining, workflows, and other such tools and techniques, to improve accounting effectiveness and efficiency.
*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS* · Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.
· At least five years of experience in Department of Defense (DOD) government contracting preferred · Certified Public Accountant designation preferred.
· Firm Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards (GAS), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
· Firm knowledge of Accounting Practices related to Government Services Contracts as well as Commercial Manufacturing and Inventory best practices.
· Highly Proficient in ERP Accounting software specific to Job Cost and Manufacturing Cost Accounting and Inventory practices.
· Exceptional process automation and data mining and analytics skills required.
· Excellent data analytic skills using database tools and spreadsheet software such as Excel, Power Query, Excel VB, MySQL.
· Proficient use of data visualization tools, such as Microsoft Power BI a plus.
· Ability to quickly learn industry-related regulations and utilize information in written reports.
· Excellent management and supervisory skills.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Excellent organizational and time management skills.
· Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Highly Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other business software.
*WORK ENVIRONMENT* · Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
· Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.
· Work is based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions.
*PeopleShare provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and/or local laws.
This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $110,000.
00 - $120,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Relocation assistance * Vision insurance Experience level: * 5 years Schedule: * Monday to Friday Experience: * Governmental Accounting Standards: 5 years (Preferred) * DCAA Incurred Cost Submissions: 5 years (Preferred) * Government Services Contracting (Job Costing): 5 years (Preferred) * Department of Defense (DOD) government contracting: 5 years (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: * Virginia Beach, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person