Experienced GovCon Controller - with Deltek Costpoint Experience

arcetyp; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcetyp is seeking an Experienced GovCon Controller in Bethesda, Maryland. The role involves overseeing financial management and compliance within a U.S. Government contracting environment, with responsibilities including full-cycle accounting, audits preparation, and mentoring staff.

We require 5-10 years of relevant experience, particularly with Deltek Costpoint. This position offers a full-time salaried role with a compensation package to interested candidates.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years or more experience in US Government contracting in roles including as a controller.
• Specific direct experience with Deltek Costpoint is required.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field of study is desired.

Responsibilities

• Oversees full-cycle accounting operations to ensure compliance.
• Leads audit preparation and execution for DCAA, DCMA.
• Manages accounting systems and financial reporting tools.

Skills

Deltek Costpoint Experience

U.S. Government contracting

Financial management

CPA audit preparation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Deltek

Job description

Arcetyp LLC is looking for an Experienced GovCon Controller with Deltek Costpoint Experience to support the client. This will be an on-site, in-office position located in Bethesda, Maryland with one day teleworking.

Position Duties

• The Controller serves as the senior financial management authority responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of all accounting, reporting, and financial control functions within a U.S. Government contracting environment.
• Oversees full-cycle accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, indirect rate development, project cost accounting, and monthly/quarterly/year-end close processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP, FAR, CAS (as applicable), and agency-specific requirements.
• Accountable for establishing and maintaining compliant cost structures, including fringe, overhead, and G&A rates; monitoring contract-level profitability; and supporting pricing strategies for competitive proposals across cost-plus, T&M, FFP, and IDIQ/BPA vehicles.
• Leads audit preparation and execution for DCAA, DCMA, and independent CPA audits, ensuring accurate support for incurred cost submissions, provisional billing rates, ICE models, and financial representations in proposals.Partners closely with executive leadership, contracts, HR, and program management to provide timely financial insights, risk assessments, and decision support, while strengthening internal controls, segregation of duties, and financial policies as the organization scales.
• Manages accounting systems and financial reporting tools (Deltek, or similar), mentors accounting staff, and plays a critical role in cash‑flow management, revenue forecasting, and strategic financial planning to support compliant growth within the federal marketplace.

Requirements

• 5 to 10 years or more experience in US Government contracting in roles including as a controller.
• Specific direct experience with Deltek Costpoint is required.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field of study is desired.

Min. Citizenship Status Required: U.S. Citizenship.

Location: Bethesda, MD

Compensation: Pay and benefits information for this position will be provided to interested candidates that apply. Arcetyp offers a package of compensation and benefits to full‑time salaried employees.

Arcetyp is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we highly value diversity of our workforce. We accept resumes from all interested parties and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual preference, personal appearance, family responsibility, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or physical disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.