Assistant Controller

Jobot; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership visibility

Executive partnership

Team leadership

Govt contract exposure

Process improvements

Growth potential

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller for a government contract accounting role in New Mexico. You will oversee general ledger operations, monthly closes, and financial reporting while ensuring FAR/DCAA compliance and strong internal controls.

The ideal candidate has 7–10+ years in accounting, 4–6+ years in management, and hands‑on ledger and reporting skills. Deltek Costpoint proficiency and ERP/Excel expertise are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience.
• 7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 4-6+ years of accounting management experience.
• Strong hands‑on general ledger, month‑end close, and financial reporting experience.
• Government contracting/accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, DCAA, indirect rates, and government contract compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger operations, including project and indirect cost accounting.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and supporting schedules.
• Review financial statements for compliance with GAAP and applicable government requirements.
• Analyze indirect rates and support provisional and final rate calculations.
• Prepare and support incurred cost submissions.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, DCAA requirements, internal controls, and company policies.
• Serve as a primary accounting contact for financial statement and DCAA audits.
• Conduct internal reviews of billing and payroll processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
• Partner cross-functionally with Contracts, Program Management, and executive leadership.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Government contracting

Deltek Costpoint

ERP systems

Excel (advanced)

Financial reporting

Communication

Audits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job details

Government Contract Accounting/DCAA-FAR Compliance

Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is an established organization operating within the government contracting space and is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join their accounting and finance leadership team. This position will play a key role in overseeing general ledger operations, financial reporting, government contract compliance, audits, and the continued development of the accounting team.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in general ledger accounting and people leadership, with government contracting experience highly preferred.

Why join us?

• Key accounting leadership position with visibility across the organization
• Opportunity to partner directly with executive leadership, Contracts, and Program Management
• Lead and develop an established accounting team
• Exposure to complex government contract accounting and compliance
• Opportunity to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting
• Stable organization with long-term growth potential

Job Details

Our client is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee day-to-day general ledger and financial reporting functions while ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant accounting practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger operations, including project and indirect cost accounting
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and supporting schedules
• Review financial statements for compliance with GAAP and applicable government requirements
• Analyze indirect rates and support provisional and final rate calculations
• Prepare and support incurred cost submissions
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, DCAA requirements, internal controls, and company policies
• Serve as a primary accounting contact for financial statement and DCAA audits
• Conduct internal reviews of billing and payroll processes to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Identify accounting discrepancies and implement corrective actions
• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff
• Partner cross-functionally with Contracts, Program Management, and executive leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience
• 7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 4-6+ years of accounting management experience
• Strong hands‑on general ledger, month‑end close, and financial reporting experience
• Government contracting/accounting experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, DCAA, indirect rates, and government contract compliance preferred
• Experience managing complex accounting operations and supporting external audits
• Strong understanding of ERP systems and accounting system controls
• Deltek Costpoint experience preferred
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership abilities

What We’re Looking For

Our client is looking for an experienced accounting leader who combines strong general ledger expertise with proven managerial experience. A background in government contracting/accounting is highly preferred.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.