Director of Finance at Adams Communication & Engineering Technology, Inc. – Patuxent River, Maryland

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) system engineering and information technology firm, headquartered in Maryland. Incorporated in 1999, we support mission critical Information Technology (IT) business needs for clients within the intelligence community (IC), Department of Defense (DOD), Veteran Administration (VA) and for select commercial clients. ACET, Inc.’s technical, programmatic, and analytical professionals are experts in commercial technology, customized solutions, and proprietary government systems.

Position Summary:

The Director of Finance is responsible for government contract accounting, financial compliance, and indirect rate management across ACET. This role owns FAR and DFARS compliance, supports DCAA and DCMA audits, manages CPSR related financial elements, and ensures accounting systems and processes remain audit ready and scalable. The position partners closely with executive leadership to protect margin, cash flow, and financial integrity in a DoD contracting environment.

This position can be worked remotely or in the Lexington, Kentucky office.

Responsibilities

• Own compliance with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA across all accounting processes and systems
• Serve as primary point of contact for DCAA and DCMA audits and system reviews
• Lead indirect rate development, budgeting, monitoring, and variance analysis
• Prepare and defend the annual Incurred Cost Submission
• Oversee job cost accounting and ensure compliant billing across contract types including cost plus, T&M, and fixed price
• Support CPSR audits and government purchasing system compliance
• Oversee accounting operations including AP, AR, GL, close, and cash management
• Produce GAAP and government compliant financial statements and reporting
• Act as owner of Deltek Costpoint configuration, controls, and data integrity
• Lead cash flow forecasting and working capital management
• Lead and mentor a finance and procurement team, both remotely and in Lexington, KY office

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• MBA or advanced finance degree preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in government contracting finance or accounting
• Deep subject matter expertise in FAR, DFARS, DCAA, and DCMA requirements
• Proven experience with indirect rate structuring and Incurred Cost Submissions
• Experience supporting CPSR audits and government purchasing systems
• Hands on Deltek Costpoint experience or other government accounting system highly preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA or CMA certification
• Experience supporting multiple contract types (CPFF, FFP, T&M)
• Familiarity with CAS (Cost Accounting Standards)
• Experience with GSA schedules and/or IDIQ contracts

What We Offer:

• At ACET, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are committed to providing a comprehensive Total Rewards program that recognizes and supports the diverse needs of our workforce. Our offerings are designed to attract, motivate, and retain top talent while fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and well-being.
• Employee benefits include the following:
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) Program
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid Time Off
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Assistance Program

*Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply*

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.