Controller; S} Security Clearance

Position: Controller {S} with Security Clearance
ARKA Group L.P. ("ARKA") is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today. Join the ARKA team to learn how Beyond Begins Here.

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Position Overview:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and strategically minded Controller to join our team. The successful candidate will lead the finance team for the Radar and Sensor Technologies (RST) business group based out of Ypsilanti, Michigan. We are looking for a leader with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills who is able to develop, analyze, and present financial information / models in a concise and easily comprehensible manner.

If you are interested in working in fast paced, high growth company, this role is for you! This position is an on-site position located in Chantilly, VA / Ypsilanti, MI We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates Candidates may be considered for sign on bonuses consistent with skills and experience levels Responsibilities:
* Ensure accounting compliance with U.S. GAAP
* Review and analyze various financial statements and reports
* Lead monthly close process including review of journal entries, allocations, reporting to the parent company, etc.
* Review and analyze percentage-of-completion and shipment-based revenue models
* Management and analysis of direct & indirect rates
* Review and approve account reconciliations
* Support and interact with auditors for financial statement and government audits
* Understand key business drivers
* Assist project teams with financial guidance across all functions of the organization
* Build financial models
* Perform ad hoc analysis as required
* Be proficient using Deltek Costpoint
* Work collaboratively across functions and businesses
* Lead a team of finance professionals managing all personnel related activities

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in accounting, or related finance area
* 8+ years of experience in Accounting, Month End Closings and Financial Reporting
* Strong knowledge of U.S. Government Contract Accounting (FAR, DFAR, CAS) a plus
* Ability to present financial information to a non-financial audience
* Working knowledge of accounting and finance best practices
* Strong organizational and multitasking skills
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
* Detail-oriented and able to perform in a high-pressure environment
* Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
* Strong Excel and modeling skills
* Proficiency in other Microsoft Office tools
* Strong understanding and experience working with ERP systems
* Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience with CPM Tools
* Experience using One Stream software or similar tool
* Experience using Deltek Costpoint and related financial systems, to include Cognos Reporting
* Certified Public Accountant (CPA) a strong plus

Location:

Ypsilanti, MI Ypsilanti is artistic, genuine, and original. A college town and city located on the Huron River in Washtenaw County. Ypsilanti is all about community and making families new to the area feel right m educational opportunities and local museums for all ages, to accessible healthcare and transportation it's a wonderful location. It's well known for its historical museums, parks, and historic districts as well as home to Eastern Michigan University.

The University of Michigan and Michigan State University also are great institutions! Ann Arbor is close by and has many things, including a bustling university town, culinary hotspot, and a tech hub with a walkable downtown that includes world-class arts and culture. Located in southeast Michigan's Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor lies at the center of a greater collection of communities in Washtenaw County.

With so many thriving communities nearby, Ann Arbor has become a cultural…