FInancial Controller

Job Description: Controller

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

FLSA: Exempt

Primary Work Location: Winter Springs, FL

Company Overview

Advanced IT Concepts, Inc (AITC) is a fast-growing, proven Information Technology Company focused on Network and Systems Engineering and Integration, Professional Services, Medical Simulation, Test and Training Systems and End-To-End Product and Technology solutions. AITC provides expert support in Information Systems Design, Cyber Security, Strategic Planning, Program and Project Management, Security Risk Assessment, and Logistics for Federal, State and Local Governments and public sector market.

Position Overview

The Controller supports the needs of AITC rapidly growing company. The Controller will have extensive experience and knowledge of government contracting accounting practices. The Controller will manage the day-to-day accounting operations in addition to overseeing the month-end close, preparing financial statements, and working with outside auditors. The Controller shall work closely with the Chief Financial Officer to develop, implement, and manage execution of operational accounting strategies across the organization providing guidance and leadership to the team while ensuring all deadlines are met.

Responsibilities / Duties

Management

• Manage ongoing performance, growth, and development of accounting team members.
• Maintain company accounting policies and procedures.
• Maintain a comprehensive system of controls and overall accounting functions.
• Promote an environment of excellent customer service and continual process improvement.
  
  

Transactions

• Manage and perform daily accounting operations including accounts payable, travel & expense, accounts receivable, intercompany transactions, payroll, fixed assets, treasury management and general ledger accounting. Execute all vendor payments on a weekly basis.
• Approve ledger entries, account reconciliations and supporting analyses while ensuring compliance with GAAP standards and FAR regulatory requirements.
• Manage banking activity and cash flow.
• Perform the month-end and annual closing process ensuring timely financial reporting as well as performing analytical reviews of the monthly operating results to ensure accurate accounting records are maintained.
• Create and maintain indirect rate pools and allocations. Compute monthly indirect rates and ensure the integrity of the pools and costs centers.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and training on financial and administrative matters.
• Maintain the project and financial accounting system data and reporting capabilities.
• Drive operational efficiency and automation of finance and accounting processes.
  
  

Reporting

• Deliver timely and accurate financial statements across the Company, including consolidation of multi-companies and joint ventures.
• Conduct monthly program management reviews to ensure that all significant accounts are materially correct. Assist functional leaders in reviewing financial reporting data that provides concise and meaningful information.
• Coordinate and manage financial audits, including interaction/correspondence with external agencies including DCAA, DCMA, IRS, outside CPA firms, and other regulatory agencies.
• Prepare annual Incurred Cost Submission.
  
  

Compliance

• Monitor compliance with debt covenants and multi-state government filing, tax reporting, and payment requirements.
• Support state and federal filings. Assist and/or review preparation of tax and other government filings.
• Maintain compliance with government contracting standards and requirements.
  
  

Planning

• Assist in annual indirect rate budgets provide reporting and support development of forecasts.
• Monitor and report project variance and implement controls to guide project financial performance improvement.
• Support as needed, business development activities by reviewing pricing for proposals.
• Research technical accounting issues.
• Assist in annual budget
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum 5 – 7 years’ experience working for a Government Contractor, supporting Federal Contracts in an accounting capacity.
• Experienced with various contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF).
• Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) DoD knowledge.
• Excellent computer skills, including QuickBooks, Deltek Costpoint software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Aptitude for numbers and exceptional commitment to accuracy.
  
  

Preferred Skills & Knowledge

• Team- player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Team building skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Effective verbal, written, and listening skills
• Attention to detail, high level of accuracy and ability to prioritize tasks
• Very effective organizational skills
• Stress management skills
• Time management skills
  
  

Physical Demands

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
• Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds occasionally and walk short distances.
• Repetitive motion.
• Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing: viewing a computer monitor; extensive reading.
  
  

AITC provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and offers equal opportunity for VEVRAA Protected Veterans. AITC, will not discriminate against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose compensation information.