Controller / Accounting Manager (GovCon) 16812617

Cherry Bekaert • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnered with a rapidly growing government contractor that is seeking a Controller or Accounting Manager to join its Dallas-based team. This is a highly visible, hands-on role supporting day-to-day accounting operations while also helping guide an upcoming ERP transition from QuickBooks to Deltek Costpoint. This position is ideal for a GovCon accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable working onsite with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required
• 6+ years of accounting experience
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks required

Nice To Haves

• GovCon experience strongly preferred
• Experience at either: Accounting Manager level, or Controller / Assistant Controller level
• Transition experience with Deltek Costpoint strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Manage and improve accounting processes in a government contracting environment
• Ensure compliance with GovCon regulations (including FAR, CAS, DCAA readiness)
• Support audits and interface with external auditors and advisors
• Lead or support implementation of Costpoint (transitioning from QuickBooks)
• Assist with financial analysis, budgeting, and internal reporting
• Partner with leadership to drive operational and financial improvements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed