Assistant Controller

Red River

Assistant Controller managing financial reporting and compliance in a government contracting environment at Red River. Leading financial operations while ensuring adherence to U.S.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeChantilly • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with all levels of staff and management throughout the organization to accomplish departmental objectives and support strategic initiatives
Review monthly consolidated financial statements and related account analyses for accuracy and completeness
Assist in driving a timely and accurate monthly close process
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across accounting processes, systems, and internal controls
Ensure integrity, accuracy, and completeness of financial data and reporting
Support year-end close and financial reporting activities, including preparation of financial statements and footnote disclosures
Coordinate audits by external auditors, DCAA, DCMA, and other regulatory agencies; oversee preparation of requested documentation
Review monthly general ledger reconciliations and monitor balance sheet account activity
Support compliance with debt covenants and lender reporting requirements
Perform financial process control activities to ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies
Partner with business leadership to support revenue recognition compliance in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policy
Research, analyze, and document complex or non-routine accounting transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP, CAS, and FAR requirements
Prepare technical accounting memoranda and position papers supporting accounting conclusions
Evaluate accounting implications related to contracts, acquisitions, restructurings, and other strategic transactions
Assess compliance with ASC 606, lease accounting, business combinations, and other applicable accounting guidance
Partner with external auditors on technical accounting matters and accounting policy interpretation
Evaluate the impact of new accounting pronouncements and assist with implementation efforts
Support preparation and review of indirect rates, incurred cost submissions, and provisional billing rates
Maintain compliance with disclosed accounting practices and applicable business system requirements
Ensure consistency between estimating, accumulating, and reporting costs in accordance with CAS requirements
Provide leadership across Finance, Operations, Sales, HR, and Legal on accounting-related matters
Create and promote an environment of continuous improvement
Perform overhead and indirect rate analysis
Provide support for mergers and acquisitions due diligence and integration activities
Effectively lead and manage geographically dispersed teams and resources
Perform other duties and assist in special projects as necessary

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred
8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a government contracting environment
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, CAS, and FAR regulations
Experience supporting DCAA and DCMA audits
Experience preparing or reviewing technical accounting analyses and accounting position papers
Strong understanding of revenue recognition, lease accounting, and business combinations
Experience with indirect rate structures, incurred cost submissions, and government contract accounting
Experience with ERP/accounting systems used in federal contracting environments (Deltek Costpoint preferred)
Strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Red River offers a competitive salary
excellent benefits
exceptional work environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

U.S. GAAPCASFARfinancial statement preparationgeneral ledger reconciliationrevenue recognitionlease accountingindirect rate analysistechnical accounting analysesfinancial process control

Soft Skills

analytical skillsorganizational skillsleadership skillscommunication skillscollaborationcontinuous improvementability to manage multiple prioritiesadaptability in fast-paced environments

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in FinanceCPA