Controller

HawkEye 360•Richardson, TX

7h•$150,000 - $250,000

About The Position

The Controller is responsible for leading the company’s accounting, financial reporting, and compliance activities and supporting budgeting/rates/pricing in a regulated government contracting environment. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial records while supporting the ISA and HawkEye corporate leadership with reporting, audits, indirect rate management, and operational finance execution. The Controller will manage day-to-day accounting operations and serve as a key partner to the finance, program management, contracts, and operations teams. As the Controller, your main responsibilities will be: Accounting & Financial Reporting Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, billing, cash management, and month-end close Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP Maintain balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations and supporting schedules Support preparation of P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting for management and corporate stakeholders Oversee and administer company 401(k) plan, including compliance, reporting, audits, and coordination with third-party administrators. Ensure accurate and timely payroll tax filings and payments (federal, state, and local), including reconciliations and year-end reporting. Manage sales and use tax compliance, registrations, and audit support. Oversee federal income tax compliance and coordination with external tax advisors for preparation and filing of corporate tax returns. Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations and stay current on changes impacting the organization. Government Contracting & Compliance Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, DCAA, and DCMA requirements Support incurred cost submissions, audit requests, and DCAA/DCMA interactions Maintain compliant job cost accounting across cost-type, T&M, and fixed-price contracts Provide accurate historicals to assist in development, monitoring, and optimization of indirect rate structures Internal Controls, Audit & Systems Ensure internal controls are designed and operating effectively Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions as needed Serve as the primary owner of ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Unanet) and support related financial tools at the ISA level Own implementation and documentation of corporate accounting policies at the ISA level. Leadership & Team Development Supervise and develop a small team of accounting professionals Promote accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team Serve as a reliable extension of the ISA and HawkEye leadership for operational execution Your skills and qualifications:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
Active Certified Public Accounting (CPA) license required
7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
Prior experience in government contracting / defense industry (required)
Demonstrated expertise in: General ledger, AP/AR, payroll, billing, and cash management Project cost accounting and job cost reporting Month-end close and financial statement preparation FAR / CAS compliance and audit support Indirect rate structures and incurred cost processes
Experience working in a company with $30M–$150M+ annual revenue
Strong understanding of job cost accounting
Experience with GovCon ERP systems (Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, or similar)
Proven ability to operate in a hands-on, mid-market environment
Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance compliance rigor with business practicality
Strong partner to program management, contracts, and operations
High integrity and sound judgment in a regulated environment
Effective communicator who can translate financial data into actionable insights

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting system transitions , M&A activities, or acquisition integrations.
Prior experience interacting directly with DCAA/DCMA auditors
Active or previous security clearance

Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Reporting Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, billing, cash management, and month-end close
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Maintain balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations and supporting schedules
Support preparation of P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting for management and corporate stakeholders
Oversee and administer company 401(k) plan, including compliance, reporting, audits, and coordination with third-party administrators.
Ensure accurate and timely payroll tax filings and payments (federal, state, and local), including reconciliations and year-end reporting.
Manage sales and use tax compliance, registrations, and audit support.
Oversee federal income tax compliance and coordination with external tax advisors for preparation and filing of corporate tax returns.
Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations and stay current on changes impacting the organization.
Government Contracting & Compliance Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, DCAA, and DCMA requirements
Support incurred cost submissions, audit requests, and DCAA/DCMA interactions
Maintain compliant job cost accounting across cost-type, T&M, and fixed-price contracts
Provide accurate historicals to assist in development, monitoring, and optimization of indirect rate structures
Internal Controls, Audit & Systems Ensure internal controls are designed and operating effectively
Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions as needed
Serve as the primary owner of ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Unanet) and support related financial tools at the ISA level
Own implementation and documentation of corporate accounting policies at the ISA level.
Leadership & Team Development Supervise and develop a small team of accounting professionals
Promote accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team
Serve as a reliable extension of the ISA and HawkEye leadership for operational execution