What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Metis Technology Solutions Inc?
Location: Remote | Hybrid
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Company Overview
Position Summary
The Controller is the senior accounting leader responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and audit readiness of the company’s financial records. This role oversees day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, indirect rates, and compliance in a regulated government contracting environment. The Controller partners closely with the CFO, FP&A, Project Finance, Contracts, and Operations to support scalable growth as the company expands.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Close
- Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Review and approve journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
- Ensure accurate, GAAP-compliant financial records
- Maintain strong balance sheet controls and documentation
Government Contracting & Compliance
- Oversee indirect cost structures, rate calculations, and reconciliations
- Lead accounting support for Incurred Cost Submissions (ICE)
- Support audits with government agencies and external auditors
- Ensure compliance with FAR/CAS and internal accounting policies
Controls, Systems & Data Integrity
- Serve as accounting owner for Deltek Costpoint
- Establish and enforce internal controls across accounting processes
- Ensure data accuracy across GL, AP, AR, payroll, and expense systems
Tax & External Reporting Oversight
- Oversee accounting aspects of payroll taxes, 1099 reporting, year-end filings, and other Federal and State compliance tasks
- Coordinate financial statement audits, benefit plan audits, and insurance audits
- Support lender reporting and covenant compliance as needed
Leadership & Team Development
- Manage and develop accounting staff
- Review work products and provide technical guidance
- Improve processes, documentation, and cross-training to support scale
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting (CPA preferred)
- 8 years of progressive accounting experience
- Experience in government contracting or audit-driven environments
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, indirect rates, and internal controls
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Deltek Costpoint preferred)
What We’re Looking For
- Strong attention to detail with sound professional judgment
- Ability to operate in a growing, evolving organization
- Clear communicator comfortable working with auditors and leadership
- Collaborative mindset with a control-oriented approach
Must be a US citizen or Permanent Resident
EEOE Including Vets and Disability