Controller

Veilant • Chantilly, VA

13d • $160,000 - $210,000 • Remote

About The Position

Veilant is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations in support of System High, a wholly owned subsidiary of Veilant, and help strengthen the financial infrastructure supporting the organization’s continued growth in the government contracting market. Reporting directly to the SVP of Finance, the Controller will serve as the senior accounting leader responsible for the integrity of financial reporting, general ledger, cost accounting, internal controls, and government contracting compliance for the System High business. This is a hands-on leadership role for an accomplished accounting professional who understands the complexities of operating in a federal contracting environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical accounting expertise with strong operational judgment and the ability to translate financial information into clear, actionable insights for Veilant and System High leadership.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including significant leadership responsibility.
• Significant accounting experience within the U.S. federal government contracting industry.
• Active CPA license required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Strong command of general ledger accounting, month-end close, financial statement preparation, and account reconciliation.
• Demonstrated expertise in government contract and cost accounting.
• Strong working knowledge of DCAA requirements, audits, and accounting system expectations.
• Significant hands-on experience with Deltek Costpoint.
• Experience with indirect cost structures, allocation methodologies, and government contractor billing practices.
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and strengthen accounting processes and internal controls.
• Experience leading accounting teams in a complex, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to communicate complex accounting and financial matters clearly to senior executives and non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead all core accounting activities, including general ledger, month-end and year-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
• Ensure financial statements and accounting practices are maintained in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Maintain appropriate indirect cost pools, allocation methodologies, and supporting schedules.
• Support development and monitoring of provisional billing rates and indirect rates.
• Maintain accounting practices and documentation that support DCAA audit readiness and compliance.
• Oversee accounting processes related to government contracts, including labor, timekeeping, billing, cost allowability, and supporting documentation.
• Lead preparation for DCAA, external financial, and other applicable audits.
• Establish, document, and maintain effective internal controls and accounting policies.
• Drive an accurate, efficient, and predictable monthly and annual financial close.
• Ensure the integrity and effective use of Deltek Costpoint and cost accounting across the business.
• Produce timely and accurate financial reporting for the SVP of Finance, System High leadership, and Veilant executive leadership.
• Partner with executive and cross-function leaders to improve accounting processes, systems, automation, reporting, and scalability in support of growth.
• Lead, develop, empower, and continue to mentor members of the accounting organization.
• Support the SVP of Finance on strategic financial initiatives fomenting growth.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage options.
• Paid time off that grows with tenure, plus 11 paid holidays annually.
• A 401(k) retirement savings plan and financial planning guidance.
• Up to $5,250 annually in tuition assistance for approved coursework.
• Support for professional training and certifications.
• Company HSA contributions of $600 for individual coverage or $1,200 for family coverage, prorated.
• Company paid life insurance, plus short term and long term disability coverage.

What This Job Offers

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