Assistant Controller – Government Contracting Leader

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

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to lead day-to-day general ledger and financial reporting for a government contracting environment. You will oversee close processes, ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and DCAA, and partner with Contracts, Program Management, and executive leadership.

The ideal candidate has 7-10+ years in accounting with 4-6+ years in management, hands-on ledger expertise, and Deltek Costpoint experience.

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.

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

General ledger

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Leadership

ERP systems

Deltek Costpoint

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

DCAA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Jobot is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to lead day-to-day general ledger and financial reporting for a government contracting environment. You will oversee close processes, ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and DCAA, and partner with Contracts, Program Management, and executive leadership.

The ideal candidate has 7-10+ years in accounting with 4-6+ years in management, hands-on ledger expertise, and Deltek Costpoint experience.