Controller

Saalex•Lexington Park, MD

1d•$160,000 - $195,000•Remote

About The Position

Saalex is seeking a Controller in Washington DC or Lexington Park, MD. The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting and finance functions of the organization. This position ensures compliance with all applicable tax and accounting regulations and manages the preparation and filing of all necessary financial statements. The successful candidate has excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of accounting principles and processes. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $160k-$195k annually (depending on experience) Work Location: This is a remote position.

Requirements

A minimum of 10+ years of progressive Government contract accounting experience.
Working knowledge of accounting principles, GAAP, as well as DCAA/DCMA/FAR/CAS regulations.
Experience with cost-reimbursable, T&M, and Firm-Fixed-Price contracts.
Software Proficiency: Experience with Deltek Costpoint. ADP. Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
Hands on experience with setting up and maintaining government-compliant accounting systems for job costing and financial management.
Organizational and Time Management: Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines.
Communication: Proficiency in working with both internal and external stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required.
Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Nice To Haves

DoD experience preferred
CPA license (preferred).

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Receivable
Oversee AP/AR processing, including invoices and payments, ensuring proper documentation.
General Ledger & Account Reconciliations
Responsible for overseeing the general ledger, ensuring the accuracy of all financial transactions, and reviewing account reconciliations to clear reconciling items promptly.
Payroll Support
Understand payroll process. Approve payroll, ensuring accuracy in bi-weekly entries.
Data Accuracy
Monitor and verify the accuracy of all financial transactions.
Audit Support
Serve as the primary liaison for external audits, including DCAA and independent CPA firms. Maintain and enhance internal controls to support DCAA audit readiness.
Compliance
Oversee and ensure compliance with internal policies, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
Rate Submittals
Prepare, review, and submit incurred cost submissions (ICS), provisional billing rates, and forward pricing rate proposals (FPRPs).
Financial Analysis and reporting
Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, or anomalies and recommend corrective action. Prepare and review all financial statements to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Financial Guidance
Provide financial insights to department heads to align decisions with organizational goals.
Cash Flow Management
Cash register management and cash flow forecast.
Team Leadership
Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing direct oversight and support.