Corporate Controller; GovCon

Corporate Controller (Gov Con) — PE‑Backed Growth Environment

Location:

Hampton Roads / Virginia Beach area
Work Style:
On‑site with flexibility (manager‑level leadership presence required)
Compensation: $175,000–$225,000 base + 10–20% bonus (higher possible for exceptional fit)
Clearance:
Eligible for DoD Secret (not required at start)

A PE‑backed government contractor is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead a multi‑manager accounting organization and partner closely with executive leadership. The company is expanding and actively engaged in process improvement and acquisitions, so we’re looking for a decisive change‑agent who can elevate controls, streamline operations, and strengthen compliance in a Deltek Costpoint environment.

• Own compliance with FAR/DFARS/CAS/DCAA across accounting processes and systems.
• Lead indirect rates (development, monitoring, budgeting) and the annual Incurred Cost Submission (ICS).
• Maintain job cost accounting and ensure billing practices align with contract type (e.g., WAWF, progress payments).
• Serve as primary contact for DCAA audits, government inquiries, and systems reviews (Accounting, Billing, Timekeeping).
• Ensure compliant timekeeping, labor charging, and payroll integration.

• Oversee daily accounting operations (AP, AR, GL, cash management, payroll interface).
• Drive close cycles with emphasis on job cost accuracy, cutoff, and contract performance.
• Produce timely, accurate GAAP and government‑compliant statements, schedules, and disclosures.
• Maintain scalable internal controls and audit readiness aligned to Gov Con expectations.
• Build standardized dashboards/KPIs for leadership (contract margins, indirect rate trends, cash forecasting).

• Act as organizational owner of Costpoint configuration and integrity.
• Push automation, workflow enhancements, and integrations to increase scalability and audit traceability.
• Strengthen segregation of duties and documentation within Costpoint.

• Lead cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital strategies tailored to Gov Con cycles.
• Support M&A due diligence and integration, including post‑deal accounting harmonization and cost structure alignment.
• Coordinate timely reporting and support for audit, tax, and regulatory engagements.

• Mentor and develop a high‑performing accounting team (multi‑manager, double‑digit staff).
• Champion accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence; train business users on labor charging, cost accounting, and audit readiness.

• 15+ years progressive finance/accounting experience with 10+ years leading in Gov Con
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• Proven success owning the full accounting function in high‑growth, multi‑contract settings.
• CPA strongly preferred (exceptional non‑CPA talent welcomed).
• Deep technical expertise in GAAP, FAR, DFARS, CAS
  , and federal contracting compliance.
• Advanced proficiency with Deltek Costpoint (modules, reporting, controls).
• Executive‑level partnership skills; decisive leader who drives process efficiency and scalable infrastructure.

• 5+ years in managerial accounting roles.
• Experience navigating PE‑backed scaling and/or post‑acquisition integration.
• Familiarity with WAWF/progress payments and ICS audits
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