Assistant Controller

BizFirst • McLean, VA

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

BizFirst is assisting its client, a growing government contractor and value-added reseller with approximately $500 million in annual revenue, in a confidential search for an Assistant Controller. The company provides technology products, software, cloud solutions, and professional services to federal civilian and defense agencies. The role reports directly to the Controller and helps lead a four-person accounting department, managing accounting operations, financial close, compliance, and internal controls.

The Assistant Controller works closely with the Controller and combines hands-on accounting with staff leadership. The position oversees close and reporting, supports audits and government compliance, partners with business teams on federal contracting and reseller accounting, and contributes to cash-flow planning, ERP optimization, and process improvement. Government contracting accounting experience is required; value-added reseller experience is preferred but not required.

The role is hybrid, with three days per week onsite in McLean, Virginia. No active clearance is required, though the employee must be able to obtain a future clearance subject to applicable contractual requirements. Relocation is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience.
• At least four years of accounting experience in a government contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and hands-on technical accounting skills.
• Experience managing monthly close and supervising accounting staff.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP or accounting systems used in government contracting environments.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work onsite in McLean, Virginia, three days per week.

Nice To Haves

• CPA credential or active progress toward earning a CPA.
• Current or recent accounting experience with a federal government value-added reseller (VAR), including commercial product resale.
• Seven to ten or more years of progressive accounting experience, including support for organizations with $150 million to $1 billion or more in revenue.
• Experience with service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs) or other small-business government contractors, and with external audits.
• Knowledge of revenue recognition for product resale, software licensing, cloud services, and manufacturer programs.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, or similar ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Controller with day-to-day management of the accounting department and supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close and prepare timely, accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Oversee the general ledger, account reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and month-end reporting.
• Support annual financial statement audits and government compliance audits; maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies.
• Partner with Operations, Contracts, Procurement, and Sales on federal contracting and reseller accounting matters, including federal customer billing.
• Review revenue recognition, vendor rebates, manufacturer incentives, and other accounting activities associated with high-volume product sales and reseller operations.
• Assist with cash-flow management, working-capital analysis, and forecasting; prepare management reports and financial analyses for executive leadership.
• Support ERP optimization and continuous process improvement.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and other government contracting requirements.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Employer matching contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities.
• Support for continuing education and professional growth, including tuition reimbursement.
• Paid leave and holidays.
• Hybrid working arrangements, consistent with the onsite requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level