Assistant Controller, Gov Contracting & Compliance Lead

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

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.