Controller – Government Contracting & DoD Programs

Quest Defense; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Certification assistance

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is seeking a hands-on Controller with deep GovCon accounting expertise to build and maintain DCAA‑compliant environments for both classified and unclassified programs.

Based in Blue Ash, OH with hybrid work, the Controller will own indirect rates, ICP/ICS submissions, budgeting, and ERP configuration (Unanet). Collaboration with VP Finance will drive close, revenue recognition, and project accounting for DoD programs.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years progressive accounting/finance in Government Contracting.
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Responsibilities

• Lead DCAA/DCMA audits and ensure FAR/DFARS/CAS compliance.

Skills

DCAA/DCMA compliance

GAAP accounting

GovCon accounting

DoD/FAR/DFARS knowledge

Audit coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Unanet

Power BI

Job description

Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is seeking a hands-on Controller with deep GovCon accounting expertise to build and maintain DCAA‑compliant environments for both classified and unclassified programs.

Based in Blue Ash, OH with hybrid work, the Controller will own indirect rates, ICP/ICS submissions, budgeting, and ERP configuration (Unanet). Collaboration with VP Finance will drive close, revenue recognition, and project accounting for DoD programs.