Assistant Controller (Remote)

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Assistant Controller to join our team! In this dynamic role, you'll play a critical part in overseeing all financial activities within our segment, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information, and delivering strategic financial insights that directly support decision-making. You’ll manage the finance and accounting teams, develop financial and accounting policies, and ensure full compliance with financial regulations. Working closely with senior management and Business Unit finance leads, you will help ensure that financial statements are accurate, timely, and meet SEC filing requirements.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Financial Reporting and Analysis
  Oversee the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial statements. Conduct in-depth financial analysis and provide actionable insights to support business strategy and decision-making.

• Budgeting and Forecasting
  Collaborate with the FP&A Lead to develop the annual budget and periodic financial forecasts. Help FP&A monitor performance and track actual results against budgeted figures, making recommendations for corrective action when necessary.

• Accounting and Compliance
  Ensure compliance with GAAP, SEC filing requirements, and other regulatory standards. Manage all aspects of accounting operations, including general ledger, trial balance, and subsidiary ledgers. Ensure strict adherence to financial regulations.

• Internal Controls and Audit
  Design, implement, and continuously monitor effective internal controls to safeguard the company’s assets. Lead coordination of internal and external audits (financial and government) and ensure audit recommendations are effectively addressed.

• Financial Strategy and Planning
  Develop and execute financial strategies that support business growth, including cost control initiatives and profitability improvements. Provide financial insights and strategic recommendations to the Controller and business unit financial leads.

• Team Leadership
  Manage and mentor the accounting team, fostering a collaborative culture of excellence. Oversee the recruitment, development, and performance management of accounting personnel, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.

• Risk Management
  Identify financial risks and develop risk mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with government contracts and financial regulations (e.g., FAR, DCAA).

What Required Skills You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

• 8+ years of experience in accounting or finance, with a strong background in financial reporting and management.

• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, managing finance and accounting teams.

• Experience working with internal and external auditors, including financial and government (e.g., DCAA) auditors.

• Proven track record of managing financial operations in complex, multi-faceted business environments.

• Strong understanding of project controls and government accounting (knowledge of FAR, DFARS, etc. is a plus).

• Proficiency with accounting software, ERP systems (preferably Deltek CostPoint), and advanced financial analysis tools.

• Ability to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Deep knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting requirements.

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring

• Experience with CostPoint or similar project-based accounting systems is highly desirable.

• CPA certification or equivalent professional qualification.

• Experience managing finances in a product-based company or a similarly complex business model is a plus.

• Knowledge of government contracting regulations and compliance (DCAA, FAR, etc.) is a strong plus.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Corporate team.

For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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