Key member of the Senior Leadership Team overseeing finance, accounting, and information technology functions
Ensure integrity of financial data and maintain robust internal controls
Provide strategic insights to support revenue-generating business units
Analyze complex data, model scenarios, and generate critical reports
Ensure strict adherence to government contracting regulations (DCAA, FAR, CAS) and oversee compliance and audit readiness
Implement best practices, streamline processes, and improve organizational effectiveness
Lead system implementations, audit preparations, and other complex financial projects
Foster cross-functional collaboration and mentor/coach finance, accounting, and IT staff
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (Master's degree or CPA highly preferred)
Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Demonstrable experience overseeing information technology functions, including strategic planning, infrastructure management, and system implementations
Demonstrable advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, HLOOKUPs, INDEX/MATCH, conditional formatting, data validation, financial modeling)
Extensive and proven experience with government contracting accounting (DCAA audit requirements, FAR, CAS, indirect rate structures, cost-plus contract accounting)
Proven experience managing all aspects of the accounting cycle (general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, financial reporting)
Strong understanding of financial consolidation systems (Onestream)
Demonstrated success in streamlining accounting processes, implementing financial controls, and improving efficiency
Strong understanding of accounting software and ERP system (Deltek Costpoint)
Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate IT, finance and accounting teams
Strong project management skills with track record of delivering complex accounting, finance, and IT projects
Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus
Proactive and results-oriented approach with focus on financial integrity and compliance