As a trusted advisor in the professional services industry,you know what matters most to clients: Big thinking with a personal focus. Youalso know what matters most to your own success, including: career growth,work-life flexibility, leadership that cares about your ability to succeed, theopportunity to give and receive one-on-one coaching and mentoring, as well aslearning opportunities that inspire professional development. Experience themall at Schneider Downs, where we’ve been providing accounting, tax, consulting,and wealth management services through our team of innovative thought leadersfor over 65 years. Start building a career with people motivated to help yousucceed—and enjoy more of what counts.

Schneider Downs & Co., Inc. is seeking a Controller with government contracting expertise to join its Washington, D.C. based M&A and corporate advisory practice. In this role, you will provide consulting, M&A and controller-related services as part of a collaborative team. A strong understanding of the nuances associated with federal government contracting including indirect cost rates, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and working with Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) is required. Candidates should have a positive and proactive attitude, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to plan and prioritize competing tasks as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess strong foundational knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), be familiar with government cost accounting regulations and cost principles and the FAR and be proficient with Excel (especially pivot tables and BI tools) and Word. The ideal candidate will have previously served as a controller for a federal government contractor and be based in the Washington, D.C. area, and prior M&A experience is not required.

Learn more about the M&A and Transaction Advisory Services practice here: https://www.schneiderdowns.com/transaction-advisory

Schneider Downs has embraced the hybrid work model, so this role will have flexibility working from home, as well as in the office.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Perform accounting activities within a federal government contractor including revenue recognition, and oversight of the monthly close inclusive of month-end accruals, month-end closing entries, and account reconciliations
• Prepare annual budgets and forecasts
• Prepare 13-week cash flow analyses
• Provide budget and cost variance analyses monthly as part of a monthly business review
• Manage, mentor and develop junior staff
• Work with external accountants and other external advisors
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned
• Support DCAA audits and Incurred Cost Submission preparation, including the development/calculation and analysis of indirect cost rates
• Assist and support the annual financial statement audit
• Process and procedure development

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required
• Minimum of eight years of experience with general accounting; minimum of five years of experience in a government contracting environment; minimum of three years of experience as a controller for a federal government contractor is required
• Experience with a variety of government contractor ERPs, such as Unanet or Costpoint, is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) is required
• CPA licensed preferred
• Detail-oriented, professional attitude, reliable, team player
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, research and resolution skills, and ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently and within a team setting with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Ability to identify areas for improvement, problem-solve, and implement efficient processes

WHERE CULTURE COUNTS
At Schneider Downs, our culture is our identity. And it’sour culture of care that makes us unique. Even as we grow, we work hard toretain this culture to continuously promote a positive, supportive workenvironment through our core values: Care, Integrity, Flexibility, Respect, andDrive.
ENJOY MORE OF THE THINGS THAT MATTER MOST
- Competitive compensation
- Insurance, including health, dental, and vision,that begin on day one
- 20 days of paid time off and 13 paid holidays
- Flex Fridays and office closures for summer andwinter breaks
- Parental leave, family care leave, and volunteertime
- 401(k) plans and profit sharing
- CPA exam bonus, education assistance program, andpet insurance
ABOUT SCHNEIDER DOWNS
For over 65 years, Schneider Downs has provided audit, tax,consulting, and wealth management services through our team of innovativethought leaders committed to our approach of providing Big Thinking with aPersonal Focus. Our client roster includes a diverse blend of well-establishednational and regional businesses both publicly and privately owned – as well asnot-for-profits and exciting start-ups. Regardless of industry or corporateprofile, our clients receive the highest level of responsiveness, pro-activity,and personal attention to their individual needs. We call that commitment theSD Standard and it’s what makes us different.
A PLACE WHERE INCLUSIVITY COUNTS
Schneider Downs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Allqualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regardto race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Webelieve a culture of care that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusioncontributes to a better company, better client services, and a better world.
BUILD A CAREER WHERE YOUR NEEDS COUNT. APPLY NOW.
SchneiderDowns does not accept unsolicited referrals for vacancies, and any unsolicitedreferral will become the property of Schneider Downs. Upon hire, no fee will beowed to the agency, person, or entity.

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