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Controller

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 5 years in a government services or government contracting environment
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, FAR Part 31, and DCAA compliance
  • Hands-on Unanet ERP experience (GL, billing, reporting, and rate structures) with prior management/supervisor experience; CPA preferred

Requirements:

  • Own the general ledger and lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes; prepare and review GAAP financial statements; ensure accurate balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis
  • Oversee one Financial Analyst and ensure accurate accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and cash management
  • Lead government contract accounting and compliance with FAR Part 31 and DCAA; develop/monitor indirect rate structures; prepare incurred cost submissions and ensure compliant labor cost accounting
  • Oversee billing, revenue recognition, and cash flow for cost-plus, time-and-material, and fixed-price government contracts; monitor unbilled receivables and contract funding; act as primary owner of Unanet and lead internal controls and audits

Job description

Description

 

Who We Are

Known for being a Best Place to Work and a People First company, IronArch Technology is an award-winning Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in providing innovative solutions and world class services to Federal Government clients. 


Our employees have voted us as a 'Best Place to Work' 9 times and we are an INC 5000 recipient for being one of the fastest growing businesses in the United States.


Our Values: Deliver Outcomes with Speed | Own the Work and the Results | Respect People. Speak Directly. | Stay Curious. Enjoy the Journey.


What You’ll Do

The Controller is a hands-on finance leader responsible for overseeing the Accounting operations of a ~$25M government services firm. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and FAR- and DCAA-compliant accounting practices. This role will partner with Senior Leadership including the CEO.


The Controller will own day-to-day accounting operations, including close management and timing, reconciliations, accruals. The Controller has a Financial Analyst who will report to them and helps with journal entries, AR/AP, and more. The controller is responsible for reviewing the Financial Analysts work for completeness and accuracy. This role has the opportunity for the Controller to be involved with  with budgeting, financial modeling, and forecasting. This role requires deep experience in government contract accounting. Unanet ERP experience preferred.


Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Close

  • Own the general ledger and lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.  
  • Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Ensure accurate balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis
  • Oversee one (1) Financial Analyst and ensure accurate accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and cash management

Government Contract Accounting & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with FAR Part 31 cost principles and DCAA requirements
  • Develop, monitor, and maintain indirect rate structures (fringe, overhead, G&A)
  • Prepare and support incurred cost submissions (ICS) and related schedules
  • Ensure compliant labor cost accounting, timekeeping, and expense allocation
  • Review contract terms for proper accounting and billing treatment

Billing, Revenue & Cash Flow

  • Oversee billing for cost-plus, T&M, and fixed-price government contracts
  • Ensure accurate revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP and contract terms
  • Monitor unbilled receivables, contract funding limits, and billing timeliness
  • Actively manage cash flow, including billing and collections performance

Systems & Internal Controls

  • Serve as the primary owner of the Unanet accounting and billing system
  • Ensure proper system configuration for contracts, rates, labor categories, and reporting
  • Design and maintain internal controls appropriate for a lean organization
  • Document and improve accounting and compliance processes as the company scales

Audits & External Relationships

  • Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors and DCAA
  • Lead annual financial statement audits and support government audits
  • Coordinate audit responses and corrective actions
  • Manage relationships with banks, tax advisors, and insurance providers

Leadership & Cross-Functional Support

  • Lead and develop a small accounting team
  • Partner with operations, contracts, and HR to support program performance
  • Present financial results to executive leadership
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
  • Minimum of 5 years in a government services or government contracting environment
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, FAR Part 31, and DCAA compliance
  • Manager or senior accountant experience

Preferred Experience

  • CPA 
  • Experience in a $10M–$50M government services firm
  • Experience supporting growth or scaling finance operations
  • Hands-on Unanet experience required (GL, billing, reporting, and rate structures)

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Why IronArch Technology?

  • Awarded Best Place to Work 9 times!
  • Competitive compensation and market-leading bonus opportunities
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits where a significant portion of the premium is subsidized by IronArch. For qualifying high deductible health plans, IronArch also contributes towards a Health Reimbursement Account to cover eligible medical expenses
  • Company-provided healthcare concierge assistance to help explain your coverage in plain language; help you find, choose, and schedule quality care; and address billing, benefit, or claims concerns, potentially saving hours of your time
  • 401(k) retirement plan where the company contributes dollar for dollar up to 3 percent, and 50 cents on the dollar for the 4th and 5th percent with immediate entry and immediate vesting
  • 20 days of PTO accumulated per calendar year
  • 11paid holidays
  • Bereavement, jury duty, parental (maternity/paternity/adoption), and military leaves
  • Sabbatical programs
  • Company-paid short- and long-term disability
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Voluntary life, accidental and indemnity income replacement benefits
  • Professional development reimbursement
  • Health club reimbursement
  • Matching donation program and annual philanthropic activities 
  • Pet insurance
  • And more!


Apply today to learn why IronArch Technology has been recognized as “Best Place to Work” for 9 years!

IronArch Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.


In alignment with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, IronArch includes a salary range in our job descriptions to support equity and transparency in our hiring process. The compensation range provided reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role, with the final offer determined by a variety of factors including skills, experience, and scope of responsibilities.  


Salary Description
$160,000 - $200,000

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