Senior Controller - Government Contracting

Vectrus, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Life insurance, AD&D, and disability

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Learning and Development resources

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

V2X is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead program and financial accounting for multiple government contracts within the Aerospace Division. This hands-on role ensures fiscal compliance, accurate cost allocation, strong internal controls, and timely reporting under FAR/DFARS/CAS, while guiding staff and coordinating with auditors.

Key collaboration with program managers and leadership supports budgeting, funding requirements, and contract compliance across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of accounting/finance experience with at least 3 years in government contracting.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS/CAS and DCAA procedures.
• Hands-on experience with program accounting, indirect rate development, and government contract billing.
• CPA or Master's Degree preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship and security clearance or ability to obtain is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for assigned government programs, ensuring precision in financial reporting, cost allocation, and revenue recognition (ASC 606).
• Directly supervise and mentor accounting staff responsible for program financials, and audit support.
• Prepare, review, and approve complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and schedules; ensure adherence to FAR/DFARS and CAS.
• Serve as the primary financial liaison for DCAA/DCMA auditors; coordinate audit preparation, respond to audit requests, and resolve findings.
• Collaborate closely with program managers, contracts, supply chain, and executive leadership on program performance, funding requirements, and contract compliance.
• Oversee timekeeping, labor distribution, and cost segregation processes to maintain accounting integrity and ongoing audit readiness.
• Assist in policy and procedure development to strengthen internal controls and compliance framework.
• Support and lead ERP/accounting system implementations and process enhancements (preferably SAP S4 Hanna).
• Participate in budget development, forecasting, and trending analyses for government-funded programs.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and reporting to drive program profitability and financial stewardship.
• Coordinate preparation of financial data for external/internal audits.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring staff

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Master's Degree

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Unanet

SAP

Job description

V2X is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead program and financial accounting for multiple government contracts within the Aerospace Division. This hands-on role ensures fiscal compliance, accurate cost allocation, strong internal controls, and timely reporting under FAR/DFARS/CAS, while guiding staff and coordinating with auditors.

Key collaboration with program managers and leadership supports budgeting, funding requirements, and contract compliance across the organization.