Controller at Advanced IT Concepts LLC – Reston, Virginia

JOB DESCRIPTION

Controller – Government Contracting (Deltek Costpoint)

Location: Reston, VA (Hybrid/Remote Optional)
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Controller is a senior financial leader responsible for overseeing all accounting operations within a government contracting environment. This role requires extensive hands-on experience with Deltek Costpoint and a deep understanding of government contract accounting, including compliance with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA/DCMA requirements. The Controller will ensure the integrity of financial reporting, maintain audit readiness, manage indirect rate structures, and serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership, contracts, and program management teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Direct all day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, billing, and project accounting.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and government contracting accounting standards.

Deltek Costpoint Leadership

• Serve as the Deltek Costpoint system admin, overseeing configuration, maintenance, and optimization of the ERP system.
• Manage Costpoint modules including Projects, General Ledger, Billing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Labor, and Fixed Assets.
• Ensure accurate project setup, contract structures, CLINs, funding ceilings, billing terms, and revenue recognition.
• Develop and maintain Costpoint reports, dashboards, and audit schedules to support management and compliance needs.

Government Contract Accounting & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with FAR, DFARS, and CAS across cost-reimbursable, time-and-materials, and fixed-price contracts.
• Prepare and submit Incurred Cost Submissions (ICE) reports yearly.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation, policies, and procedures.

Billing, Revenue & Project Oversight

• Oversee government and commercial billing processes, including cost-plus, T&M, and fixed-price billings.
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606.
• Monitor project performance, funding limitations, burn rates, and contract profitability.
• Partner with CDO and/or Program Management to provide financial insight and corrective action recommendations.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team; establish performance expectations and professional development plans.
• Support strategic initiatives, including system implementations, process improvements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience within a government contracting environment.
• Extensive, hands-on experience with Deltek Costpoint (advanced user or system administrator level).
• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA audit requirements.
• Demonstrated experience preparing Incurred Cost Submissions and supporting DCAA/DCMA audits.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing accounting teams.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with multi-entity or multi-contract organizations.
• Prior experience supporting company growth, mergers, or system implementations.
• Experience with Cognos, BI reporting tools, or Costpoint Analytics.
• Knowledge of WAWF, PIEE, and government billing systems.

KEY SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Deep expertise in government contract accounting and compliance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
• Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves leadership style
• High integrity and commitment to accuracy and compliance

Compensation

Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience, expertise, education, and potential. We offer our employees competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Employee will be included in uncapped Corporate Growth bonus incentive program.

Advanced IT provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and offers equal opportunity for VEVRAA Protected Veterans. Advanced IT, will not discriminate against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose compensation information.