Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract opportunity based in Newport News, Virginia. This role will guide financial accounting, payroll, and accounts payable activities while supporting sound budgeting, reporting, and fiscal oversight across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience in a mid- to large-size environment and can drive accuracy, compliance, and operational effectiveness across key finance functions.

Responsibilities:
• Direct day-to-day oversight of financial accounting, payroll, and accounts payable functions to ensure accurate and timely execution of critical finance activities.
• Lead budgeting, purchasing coordination, and financial transaction review while maintaining strong internal controls and dependable financial operations.
• Manage and develop a finance team of up to 10 employees, including work allocation, coaching, performance feedback, and employee relations support.
• Oversee the preparation and posting of financial records and monitor revenue and expense activity to support complete and reliable reporting.
• Produce and review financial forecasts, operating analyses, and annual reporting deliverables to support informed decision-making.
• Administer oversight of short- and long-range capital planning, including bond-supported capital improvement programs and related funding considerations.
• Monitor debt service and grant-funded financial activity, identifying issues, evaluating outcomes, and recommending appropriate actions.
• Strengthen accounting processes through continuous improvement initiatives and ensure alignment with applicable financial reporting standards and organizational policies.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience serving as a Controller in a mid- to large-size organization.

• CPA preferred

• Demonstrated experience with annual financial reporting, ongoing financial statement preparation, and operational finance oversight.

• Hands-on expertise in internal control design, internal control review, and financial compliance practices.

• Background in capital management, forecasting, budgeting, and oversight of complex funding structures.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Oracle for financial analysis, reporting, and process management.

• Proven ability to lead, organize, and develop accounting or finance teams in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

$55.00-$59.00 Hourly

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