Associate Controller - Government Contracting & Costpoint

Precise Software Solutions, Inc.; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical

Retirement Plan with 4% match

Paid Time Off (PTO) 15 days

Paid Parental Leave

Disability insurance

Training and development

Job summary

Precise Software Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Associate Controller to support the CFO in managing accounting operations and financial reporting for a government contracting environment.

The role emphasizes government contract accounting, FAR cost principles, and cost allocation, with familiarity in Deltek Costpoint being highly desirable. The position collaborates with finance, contracts, HR, and operations, and requires a hybrid work schedule with the Rockville office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including government contracting.
• Experience with cost accounting, direct/indirect costs, and billing for government contracts.
• Deltek Costpoint experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the CFO with day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with journal entries and documentation.
• Prepare and review general ledger reconciliations and analysis of variances.
• Review AP/AR, payroll, and cash activity for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Maintain audit-ready accounting records and document cost allocations.
• Support compliance with FAR cost principles and government contracting requirements.

Skills

Accounting experience

Government contracting

GAAP knowledge

FAR cost principles

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Precise Software Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Associate Controller to support the CFO in managing accounting operations and financial reporting for a government contracting environment.

The role emphasizes government contract accounting, FAR cost principles, and cost allocation, with familiarity in Deltek Costpoint being highly desirable. The position collaborates with finance, contracts, HR, and operations, and requires a hybrid work schedule with the Rockville office.