Hands-On Controller: Government Contracting & PE-Backed Growth

DL² Search Partners; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

DL² Search Partners is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting for a PE-backed government services contractor post-carve-out. You will own GL, billing, AP, payroll, and controls, building a scalable finance operation from the ground up.

You will drive close processes, ensure compliance with US GAAP and FAR/CAS, and collaborate with auditors while mentoring a lean team to enable rapid growth.

Qualifications

• Experience with government contracting (FAR/CAS) and federal billing.
• Scale accounting ops in a PE-backed standalone business.
• CPA or public accounting background preferred.
• Deltek Costpoint experience highly desirable.
• Hands-on execution style with a track record of process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes per US GAAP.
• Direct all day-to-day accounting operations including billing, AP, payroll, and GL.
• Establish SOPs, internal controls, and reporting workflows for a standalone PE-owned entity.
• Manage audit preparation and coordination with external auditors and government agencies.
• Mentor and lead a lean accounting team as the business grows.

Skills

Government contracting

Deltek Costpoint

CPA / public accounting

US GAAP

Leadership

FAR/CAS

Education

CPA qualification

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

DL² Search Partners is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting for a PE-backed government services contractor post-carve-out. You will own GL, billing, AP, payroll, and controls, building a scalable finance operation from the ground up.

You will drive close processes, ensure compliance with US GAAP and FAR/CAS, and collaborate with auditors while mentoring a lean team to enable rapid growth.