Defense Controller: EVM & Costpoint Expert (CPA Preferred)

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

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.