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Controller (Gov Con)

Schneider Downs & Co., Inc.
VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

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 Capital, LLC. is seeking a dynamic and experienced Controller to join its Washington, D.C.-based M&A and Corporate Advisory practice. This remote position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively within a team to provide top-tier consulting and controller-related services to a diverse range of clients and industries. The successful applicant should have a strong accounting and finance background with a proven ability to handle multiple client engagements independently and within a team setting. The ideal candidate will have a positive and proactive attitude, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage and prioritize competing tasks.

Knowledge of government contracting would be considered a plus. 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. We are also open to individuals working remotely for this opportunity if they are within driving distance from our clients and offices.

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

Required :

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required
  • Minimum of eight years of experience with general accounting
  • Experience with a variety of government contractor ERPs, such as Unanet, Deltek Costpoint and / or JAMIS
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
  • Preferred :

  • Experience in a government contracting environment and / or as a controller for a federal government contractor
  • CPA licensed
  • Other :

  • 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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