Chief Accounting Officer

METECS • Houston, TX

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About The Position

METECS is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Chief Accounting Officer to join its Accounting team in a full-time capacity. The role applies financial regulations, including Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), to company processes, policies, and procedures. The successful candidate interprets and analyzes the impact of new cost-accounting laws and regulations and takes necessary actions to ensure compliance. The position covers financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, audit support, and contract proposal development and negotiation.

Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Chief Accounting Officer manages accounting activities, advises management and leadership on financial management policies and issues, and supports operational review and decision-making. METECS provides advanced engineering, software, and analysis solutions for human space flight and terrestrial applications, serving NASA and other government and commercial customers. Citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• At least 15 years of progressive experience.
• At least 10 years of government accounting experience, including management of the complete accounting process from initial transactions through preparation of final financial statements.
• Experience managing the complete accounting process within a government contractor organization, from initial transactions through preparation of final financial statements.
• Proficiency in generally accepted accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Advanced computer skills in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent prioritization, multitasking, and organizational skills.
• Ability to plan, maintain schedules, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Citizenship or lawful permanent residency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze balance sheets, income statements, and cash-flow statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and government regulations.
• Manage job-cost allocations, indirect-rate calculations, and revenue recognition in accordance with FAR/DFARS and CAS.
• Prepare for and support DCAA, DCMA, and other audits by providing documentation and responses.
• Develop and review cost proposals for potential contracts.
• Develop, monitor, and report on budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Maintain the general ledger, reconcile balance-sheet accounts, prepare journal entries, and analyze financial data.
• Develop and maintain company policies and procedures.
• Prepare routine financial reports and ad hoc reports for operational review and decision-making.
• Advise management and leadership on financial management policies and issues.
• Oversee tax reporting and other compliance-related tasks.
• Analyze financial data, identify variances, and provide detailed reporting.
• Complete special projects as requested.
• Interpret new laws and regulations concerning cost accounting and take action to ensure compliance.

What This Job Offers

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