Strategic Controller: GAAP, ERP & GovCon Expert

digitalcloak; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Cloak seeks an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and policy development, reporting to the CFO in a key leadership role.

You will supervise GL, billing, AP/AR, payroll, and month‑end close, while driving compliance with GAAP and government contracting requirements, and coordinating with auditors and tax professionals. This is an on‑site role in Northern Virginia with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA or CMA designation strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Devise and oversee implementation of accounting policy.
• Maintain documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implement controls over transactions to minimize risk.
• Identify financial risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Implement and maintain ERP system and train employees as appropriate.
• Oversee monthly close, billing, AR, AP, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Prepare financial reports and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Present reports to executive leadership and support decision making.
• Lead budgeting, forecasts, and cost/price analysis for bids and contracts.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax preparers for audits and tax filing.
• Collaborate with program managers on budget/forecast comparisons and regulatory filings.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
• Partner with CFO on reporting, planning, and risk management.

Skills

GAAP expertise

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Unanet experience

ERP/close automation

DFAR/FAR compliance

DCMA compliance

Microsoft Office

AI in accounting

government contract pricing

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA or CMA designation

Tools

Unanet

Microsoft Office

Job description

Digital Cloak seeks an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and policy development, reporting to the CFO in a key leadership role.

You will supervise GL, billing, AP/AR, payroll, and month‑end close, while driving compliance with GAAP and government contracting requirements, and coordinating with auditors and tax professionals. This is an on‑site role in Northern Virginia with travel up to 25%.