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About the Role
We are seeking a Director to serve as the Company’s Controller to provide financial leadership for all of the Business Management functions and deliverables. This Director is responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting, as well as the development of budgets, forecasts, and performance analytics that drive strategic decision-making. This Director is also responsible for ensuring compliance with Company policies, internal controls, and disclosed practices. This position will report directly to the Vice President and Chief Finance Officer, and will partner with executive leadership, program management, operations, and business development.
The successful candidate will have deep experience in government contracting and cost accounting and have significant expertise in business and finance disciplines including, but not limited to, financial planning, reporting, and analysis, ensuring adequacy of financial controls and compliance, especially in the area of EAC profitability analysis, and budget management for indirect costs, research & development and non-contractual technical activities, and capital expenditures.
Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Lead all general accounting functions, including GL, AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, and revenue recognition
- Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings and financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
- Maintain and improve internal controls, policies, and procedures
- Oversee audit schedules and manage relationships with external service providers, including payroll, auditing and tax advisors
- Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, CAS, and government contracting regulations
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Own the annual Budget, multi-year plans, and rolling forecasts
- Develop financial models and analytics supporting pricing, investments, and strategy
- Provide monthly reporting and variance analysis
- Partner with program management to monitor financial performance
Cost Accounting & Government Contracting
- Oversee cost pools, indirect rates, and allocations consistent with regulations
- Support proposal pricing and cost estimates
- Ensure readiness for DCAA/DCMA audits
Cash Management & Treasury
- Monitor and forecast cash flow and liquidity
- Manage banking relationships and compliance needs
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead and develop Accounting and FP&A teams
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure success of business priorities and outcomes
- Drive continuous improvement and business partnership
- Support strategic planning and growth initiatives
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies
- Support internal controls and risk management
Experience and Skills
- Direct experience at a U.S. Government contractor with significant experience in program finance and accounting, EAC management, and a strong understanding of long-term contact revenue recognition
- Experience with internal audit, external audit, and/or other regulatory agencies (DCAA/DCMA)
- Strong GAAP and cost accounting knowledge
- Advanced knowledge of financial statements (P&L, Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash flow)
- ERP experience (Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, etc.)
- Strong communication and leadership skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, and/or Finance with 10 - 12 years of experience or a Master's degree with 8 - 10 years of experience
- Certified Public Accountant
- Experience working in a Controller or financial governance capacity
- Active Department of Defense (DOD) clearance (Secret) or able to obtain clearance
- Experience with DCAA/DCMA audits and proposal pricing
- Program accounting exposure
- Master’s in Business Administration
Why Join MBDA?
As a Controller, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the future of our company’s growth. You’ll collaborate with top leaders in the defense industry, work on challenging and impactful projects, and represent a company committed to innovation, integrity, and excellence in defense solutions. If you are a driven professional with a passion for defense and business growth, we’d love to hear from you.
About MBDA
MBDA Group is a world-leading missile systems company offering a comprehensive product range incorporating today’s most advanced technology. With an industrial and technological base spanning the UK, France, Italy, Germany and the United States, MBDA is at the forefront of global defense innovation.
MBDA Incorporated, founded in 1986, is the U.S. arm of MBDA Group. Headquartered in Arlington, VA, with engineering and manufacturing operations in Huntsville, AL, MBDA Inc. delivers cutting-edge missile systems solutions to support the U.S. military.
At MBDA, people are our greatest asset. We uphold the values of Innovation, Commitment, Integrity, Passion, and Team Spirit to foster a positive work environment for our employees and the customers we serve.
We also offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance, 401(K) savings plan with up to a 6% match and profit-sharing contribution, life Insurance, tuition and professional development assistance.
Equal Opportunity Statement
MBDA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other protected class.