Controller

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Financial Controller ensuring compliance and accuracy of accounting processes for a rapidly growing space company. Collaborating cross-functionally to develop scalable accounting processes and internal controls.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeReston • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the financial close process, ensuring compliance with GAAP and government contract accounting standards, while developing scalable accounting systems and internal controls. Proven ability to lead cross-functional partnerships and oversee financial reporting for both government and commercial contracts.

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GAAP ComplianceGovernment Contract AccountingDCAA ComplianceFinancial Statement PreparationAccounting Systems Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingInternal ControlsAudit ProcessesAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableRevenue RecognitionPayroll AccountingTax ComplianceBudgetingForecasting

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooks OnlineERP SystemsPayroll PlatformsExpense Management Tools

Industry Keywords

FAR/DFARS RequirementsIncurred Cost SubmissionsCorporate Tax ComplianceSecurity Clearance Eligibility

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Manage the relationship with the company's external bookkeeping firm while developing the accounting capabilities, systems, processes, and internal controls needed to support Scout’s continued growth, including transitioning accounting responsibilities in-house over time.
Maintain and continuously improve the general ledger, chart of accounts, and accounting policies to support a scaling organization.
Partner cross-functionally to develop scalable business processes that integrate accounting, procurement, inventory management, manufacturing, and quality system requirements.
Design, implement, and monitor internal controls over financial reporting and accounting processes, ensuring strong financial governance, segregation of duties, and audit-readiness as the company grows.
Ensure compliance with government contract accounting requirements, including DCAA compliance, FAR/DFARS requirements, incurred cost submissions, and government contract accounting standards.
Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and revenue recognition across both government and commercial contracts, ensuring strong, well-controlled processes for every dollar in and out of the business.
Oversee payroll processing and payroll accounting, ensuring accurate and timely pay, tax filings, and benefits administration in coordination with the company's payroll provider.
Coordinate corporate tax compliance, including sales and use tax, state registrations, annual tax filings, 1099 reporting, and other regulatory filings in partnership with external tax advisors.
Prepare accurate financial reporting and supporting schedules for executive leadership, investors, lenders, auditors, the Board, as well as program-related reporting required by government and commercial customers.
Support the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors, tax preparers, and legal counsel as needed.
Partner with the CFO and finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial reporting, ensuring that financial information is clean, reconciled, and reliable.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience owning the close process and financial statement preparation for a growth-stage company.
Experience with government contract accounting, including DCAA compliance and FAR/DFARS cost accounting standards.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and audit processes.
Experience managing or transitioning outsourced accounting/bookkeeping functions, with the ability to build and lead an in-house team.
Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online or similar ERP) and supporting tools (payroll, expense management platforms).
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Eligible to hold a security clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Open Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401k Matching
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care FSA
Wellness Stipend
Work From Home Stipend
Life Insurance
Long-term Disability plans
Commuter Benefit
Education Reimbursement