Senior Accountant / Controller

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Senior Accountant | Controller # 21959

Direct Hire

On-site Chesapeake, VA

No C2C Candidates

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Accountant/Cost Accountant . The ideal candidate is a hands-on Accounting experience, team-oriented professional who will be responsible for overseeing the company's accounting operations, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and government regulations, and providing management with timely and accurate financial information.

100% on site

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all core accounting systems and functions, including the General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (A/P), Accounts Receivable (A/R), Payroll, and Budgeting.
• Prepare, analyze, and distribute accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Direct and manage the efficient completion of month-end and year-end close processes within established deadlines.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor the company's annual operating budgets, financial forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Oversee company-wide timekeeping compliance and manage bi-weekly payroll processing, including all associated tax filings (e.g., Form 941s, W-2s) and system transfers (e.g., using UKG or similar payroll software).
• Ensure the timely and accurate processing of vendor and subcontractor payments, and manage accounts receivable collections.
• Prepare and review complex journal entries, analyze trial balances, and ensure accurate reconciliation of all GL accounts.
• Maintain strict compliance with GAAP, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and various governmental and regulatory requirements, including those specific to federal contracting (e.g., FAR, DFAR, DCAA, DOL).
• Coordinate and support all external audits conducted by independent auditors, tax professionals, and regulatory agencies.
• Develop, document, implement, and maintain effective accounting-related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and control environment of the accounting department.
• Mentor accounting staff, fostering professional development and promoting operational excellence.
• Lead strategic initiatives focused on strengthening financial reporting quality, transparency, and organizational accountability.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience: 5–10 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance
• Certifications: CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) certification is preferred not required.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong, comprehensive knowledge of GAAP and proven experience applying Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Systems Experience: Hands-on experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as Deltek Costpoint or an equivalent financial management system.
• Financial Reporting: Demonstrated proficiency in preparing complex financial statements, managing the general ledger, and developing and managing budgets.
• Government Contracting: Familiarity with common contract types in government or regulated industries, such as Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF), Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Time & Materials (T&M).
• Workflow Systems: Experience with systems like WAWF (Wide Area Workflow) and GSA Assist is preferred.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas).

TECHEAD's mission is to make our on-site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won't strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

For more information on TECHEAD please visit www.techead.com.

No second parties will be accepted.