Group Controller - $225-295k plus bonus & LTI

Bell & Associates, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A financial consulting firm in Sacramento is seeking a Group Controller to oversee the financial operations across multiple locations. This role requires 7-10 years of experience in accounting and finance management, particularly in government contracting. The ideal candidate will possess advanced skills in Microsoft Office and have a deep understanding of ASC606 revenue standards. Responsibilities include financial reporting, budgeting, and team management. Relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years’ experience in accounting and finance management.
• Advanced knowledge in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with ASC606.
• Prepare financial reports and manage audits.
• Manage and mentor finance staff across multiple locations.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Government contracting knowledge

Cost control principles

ASC606 revenue standards knowledge

Leadership and communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

BS Degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA or CPA desirable

Job description

Sacramento, CA - relocation assistance available

Qualified candidates need to have ASC 606 and government contracting industry experience

Job Description

General Overview

The Group Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of multiple locations within the company. This role encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, program cost controls, and pricing and estimating. Partners with the general manager to achieve financial metrics and drive key initiatives in cost control, working capital, process and ERP system improvements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Brings a strategic and operational focus to business unit planning, critical programs and financial operations, with a particular emphasis on delivery of financial plans and improved cost and compliance controls.
• Examines financial data to offer insights to senior management for informed decision-making and prepares financial reports that highlight key trends and issues.
• Enforces and provides advice on policy and regulation issues as they relate to GAAP, FAR, DFARS, CAS and internal policies and procedures.
• Oversees the month‑end close process, ensures proper revenue recognition in compliance with ASC606 and ensures timely and accurate financial reporting for all sites.
• Oversees internal and external audits in compliance with SOX and government regulations.
• Manages accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll and cost accounting.
• Develops comprehensive annual business plans and continuously updates rolling forecasts for orders, sales, profit, working capital, and cash flow.
• Manages the EAC process to create and maintain project budgets, prepares comprehensive cost estimates for labor, materials, and other resources, and analyzes cost data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Accountable for pricing and estimating to create cost volumes, ROMs, risk analyses, cost models, and other evaluations necessary to support the company’s objectives.
• Maintains labor rates, indirect rates, and escalation factors in support of proposals and EACs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor finance staff at each site, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance culture.
• Provide training and development opportunities to enhance team capabilities.

Qualifications & Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following qualifications and competencies:

• Advanced computer proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, government contracting and cost control principles including generally accepted accounting principles
• Knowledge of ASC606 revenue standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Highly developed detail organization, initiative, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings as needed for workload.
• Displays exemplary ethics and business conduct and performs work cognizant of safe work practices.

Education and/or Experience

• Seven to ten years’ experience in management of accounting and finance functions and personnel.
• BS Degree in Accounting or Finance. MBA or CPA desirable.