Controller

Long Wave Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Long Wave Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Controller to lead financial operations for DoD contracts. You will ensure CAS and EVM compliance, oversee budgeting, and drive program cost reporting. The role requires Deep knowledge of FAR/DFAR and proficiency in Deltek Costpoint, with CPA preferred.

The position is primarily on-site in Oklahoma City with potential remote options for highly qualified candidates. A CPA is preferred and active DoD clearance is often required for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance required.
• Minimum 8+ years in government/DoD contracting accounting.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFAR, CAS, and EVM principles.
• Experience in government contract financial compliance and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial accounting and reporting per CAS, FAR, DFAR and gov regs.
• Implement and manage EVM systems for program performance and budgets.
• Prepare and present financial statements and program reports.
• Lead audits with external and government auditors (DCAA/DCMA).
• Manage GL, AP/AR, payroll, fixed assets, and cash flow.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure contract cost accuracy.
• Use Deltek Costpoint for financial reporting and job costing.
• Support leadership with strategic financial planning and risk assessment.
• Mentor accounting team and set performance goals.

Skills

Cost accounting

Earned Value Management

DoD contracting

FAR/DFAR knowledge

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification (preferred)

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

***Active DoD Security Clearance Preferred***

***US Citizenship Required***

***NO VISA SUPPORT or C2C***

Primary Function:

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Controller to lead our financial operations, ensuring strict adherence to Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles. The ideal candidate will bring significant expertise in Department of Defense (DoD) contracting, financial compliance, and program control. A background with FAR/DFAR, and proficiency in Deltek Costpoint are essential to this role.

This position plays a critical role in managing accounting practices, developing budgets, monitoring cost control, and supporting executive decision-making through financial insights. A CPA is preferred.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Oversee all financial accounting and reporting activities to ensure compliance with CAS, FAR, DFAR, and other government regulations.
• Implement and manage Earned Value Management (EVM) systems to monitor program performance and budget adherence.
• Prepare, review, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and program performance reports.
• Lead audits and liaise with external auditors, government auditors (DCAA, DCMA), and internal stakeholders.
• Manage the general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and cash flow.
• Collaborate with project managers and contract administrators to ensure contract compliance and cost accuracy.
• Utilize Deltek Costpoint for financial reporting, job costing, and compliance tracking.
• Support executive leadership in strategic financial planning and risk assessment.
• Mentor and develop the accounting team, establishing clear performance goals and training plans.

Work Conditions:

• Primarily on-site; remote work considered for highly qualified candidates
• Full-time, exempt position
• Occasional extended hours during critical reporting or audit periods

Job Requirements:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in government/DoD contracting accounting
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFAR, CAS, and EVM principles
• Demonstrated ability to manage government contract financial compliance and reporting
• Highly proficient with Deltek Costpoint (or similar ERP system)
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to obtain or hold an active DoD Secret clearance.

Preferred:

• CPA certification
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business
• Experience working in a remote or hybrid work environment
• Previous leadership experience in a mid-size or large defense contracting organization

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Long Wave, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability