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This position will be based in our HQ located in Ashburn, VA.

We are seeking an Assistant Controller to join our accounting department. We are looking for someone who is independent, hands-on, and a self-directed individual who can own and manage all aspects of the accounting process. The ideal candidate will thrive in driving change, handle competing priorities, and execute with precision while allowing current processes to grow and mature.

Responsibilities:

The Assistant Controller will be an integral part of the Accounting and Finance team and assist in properly allocating the workload and ensuring it is completed in a timely and accurate manner. This position manages tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, operational accounting, technical accounting, year end audit preparation, tax compliance and support for special projects.

• Manage the day-to-day accounting operations and ensure compliance with the Company’s accounting policies and procedures.
• Manage the timely closing of the monthly, quarterly, and annual books and records.
• Analyze department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources.
• Assist in researching applicable accounting standards to ensure internal and external compliance in recording and reporting transactions.
• Assist with external year-end audit and quarterly reviews including preparation of necessary work papers.
• Manage SOX compliance for areas of responsibility by establishing, overseeing and maintaining financial controls and operational processes.
• Lead, train, develop and motivate accounting staff in order to maintain a high level of employee commitment and competence for sustained and self-reliant performance and achievement of the department and Company goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA required.
• 10 to 12 years in progressive accounting experience, preferably with a foundation in public accounting.
• Knowledge of the COSO framework and experience working with internal control documentation and testing within a public company
• Experience in researching, developing, and implementing accounting policies and procedures.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint and Cognos.
• Team player with excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, decision making, and planning skills as the candidate will need the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively to achieve the overall goals of the department and the Company.
• The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.

Telos maintains a drug-free workplace and will conduct drug testing on all applicants who have accepted an offer of employment.

Telos Corporation participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with Telos will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration (“SSA”) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) of your authorization to work in the United States.

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Telos Corporation is an EEO/AA employer.