Controller

Noda

Controller overseeing accounting operations and compliance for a defense technology startup. Responsible for audit readiness and scaling financial systems from Series A to B.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll integration, and month-end close
Build and maintain the chart of accounts, indirect cost pools, and cost structure required for government contracting
Establish close calendars, reconciliation procedures, and accounting policies that scale with the business
Manage external relationships with auditors, tax preparers, banking partners, and outsourced accounting providers as the function transitions in-house
Stand up and maintain a DCAA-compliant accounting system, including timekeeping, labor distribution, and indirect cost allocation
Develop and submit provisional billing rates, incurred cost submissions (ICE), and forward pricing rate proposals as required
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and CAS as applicable to NODA’s contract portfolio
Support pre-award accounting system reviews, DCAA audits, and contract-specific compliance requirements
Produce timely, accurate monthly and quarterly financial statements for management and board reporting
Lead preparation for the company’s first external audit and own audit readiness as the company scales toward Series B
Establish revenue recognition policies aligned with ASC 606 across prototype, production, and government contract revenue
Implement internal controls appropriate to company stage, with a clear roadmap toward public-company readiness
Select, implement, and administer the accounting, billing, expense, and payroll systems that will carry NODA from early stage through scale
Build the integrations and reporting layer that connect financial systems to project accounting, contracts, and operations
Establish documentation, SOPs, and training for finance processes as the team grows

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Active CPA license
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a foundation in Big 4 audit
Direct experience with government contract accounting, including DCAA-compliant systems, indirect rate development, and incurred cost submissions
Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and CAS
Experience owning month-end close and producing GAAP financial statements
Proficiency with modern accounting and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Unanet, Deltek Costpoint, or comparable)
Strong Excel modeling and analytical skills
U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain a security clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work environment
Competitive pay
Flexible time off
Generous PTO policy
Federal holidays
Generous health, dental, and vision benefits
Free OneMedical membership
401(k)

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Hard Skills & Tools

general ledgeraccounts payableaccounts receivablepayroll integrationmonth-end closefinancial statementsreconciliation proceduresrevenue recognitionindirect rate developmentExcel modeling

Soft Skills

leadershiporganizational skillscommunication skillsrelationship managementaudit readiness

Certifications

CPA license