Controller

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-$180k annually (depending on experience)

Work Location: Hybrid remote/in-office (see onsite requirements below).

**On-Site Requirements: Position will require on-site work at Washington DC or Lexington Park, MD two days per week. Occasional travel may be required for audits or off-site meetings.

Essential Functions:

• 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.

Required:

• 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.

Desired:

• DoD experience preferred

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. CPA license (preferred).

Security Clearance:

Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.  

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan