Controller

Jobtailor; Bellevue (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Controller to oversee general and cost accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable, ensuring timely, accurate financial reporting across the organization.

You will lead design and implementation of financial information systems, improve reporting controls, manage close processes (monthly, quarterly, annual), coordinate audits (including DCAA), and mentor the accounting team while supporting proposals, pricing, and government contracting

Qualifications

• 14+ years of related experience.
• Expert knowledge of Costpoint/Deltek.
• 6 years management experience.
• Strong knowledge and experience in government contracting.
• BS/BA in Accounting or Finance, required.
• Experience with Costpoint Deltek and Vena.
• Advanced MS Excel with charts and formulas.
• Excellent analytical skills for large data sets.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Team management skills.
• Accounting certification (CMA or CPA) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and direct general and cost accounting activities including payroll, AP and AR.
• Manage accounting activities and analyze financial data for accuracy.
• Design and implement financial information systems to improve reporting and controls.
• Oversee general and cost accounting general ledger functions and records.
• Interface and promote payroll guidelines.
• Prepare and ensure accuracy of reports for management and directors.
• Coordinate reports for governmental and regulatory agencies.
• Develop SOPs for accounting department.
• Review project/contract revenue reporting for completeness and accuracy.
• Support proposals and pricing to ensure compliance for new business.
• Provide leadership for the Project Control Analyst function and staff development.
• Suggest methods to improve fiscal operations and efficiency.
• Facilitate use of resources to achieve productivity and accuracy.
• Assist executives with forecasts, plans, and budgets.
• Coordinate financial audits and respond to audit requests.

Skills

Costpoint/Deltek

MS Excel

Analytical skills

Team management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Costpoint

Deltek

Vena

Job description

• The Controller will be responsible for planning, managing, and directing the following functions: general and cost accounting activities, payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Manages the accounting activities and provides for the analysis and review of past and present financial data - with major focus on financial statement accuracy
• Manages design and implementation of financial information systems, seeks ways to improve financial reporting and controls
• Manages general and cost accounting activities in performing all general ledger functions and keeps custody of accounting books, records, and forms
• Interface and promotes payroll guidelines
• Oversees preparation and accuracy of accounting and financial reports for management and directors
• Manages preparation and timely filing of all accounting and financial reports for governmental and regulatory agencies
• Annually develop departmental objectives and recommend short-term and long-term plans with respect to improving the effectiveness of assigned functions.
• Responsible for Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual closeout process
• Initiates the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for accounting department
• Review project/contract level revenue reporting for completeness and accuracy
• Support business development, proposals, and pricing activities to ensure compliance and accuracy for new business submissions.
• Provide leadership and oversight of the Project Control Analyst (PCA) function, including staffing, performance management, training, and professional development, while ensuring effective project financial management, contract compliance, and support for business operations
• In coordination with Director of Accounting and Finance, suggest and implement methods to improve fiscal operations, processes, efficiency, and service to both internal and external
• Facilitate the maximization of both human and automated resources to achieve productivity
• Assist executive staff with preparation of forecasts, plans, and budgets
• Provide technical financial advice and knowledge to others within the financial discipline
• Coordinate the financial audit of the company accounts both at the division and corporate support level as required
• Prepare the annual incurred cost submission and assist with the DCAA audit requests
• Communicate clearly and directly with employees regarding expectations concerning performance, productivity, and accountability
• Develop employees for future advancement when possible
• Provide accounting and financial process support and improvements to other Ho-Chunk, Inc. companies as requested by executive management

Requirements

• 14+ years of related experience
• Expert knowledge of Costpoint/Deltek
• 6 years management experience
• Strong knowledge and experience in government contracting
• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Accounting or Finance, required
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., Costpoint Deltek and Vena)
• Strong computer skills, MS Excel (managing spreadsheets, creating charts, and using advanced formulas)
• Excellent analytical skills to manage large amounts of data
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Team management skills
• Accounting certification (CMA or CPA) is a plus

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive expertise in financial management, including general and cost accounting, payroll, and financial reporting. Proficient in government contracting and financial information systems, with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.