[Remote] Finance Controller / Accountant–Government Contracting (GovCon)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET) is seeking an experienced Finance Controller / Accountant to support and strengthen their Corporate Finance and Accounting organization within a fast-paced Government Contracting environment. The role is responsible for leading core accounting functions, ensuring financial accuracy, maintaining regulatory compliance, and supporting executive leadership through sound financial management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day accounting operations supporting a multi-contract Government Contractor
• Current and past reconciliation
• Maintain the General Ledger and ensure financial integrity
• Prepare monthly journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Support month-end and year-end close activities
• Maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Contract Accounting requirements
• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable and Purchase Order (PO)-based voucher entry
• Process and reconcile employee expense reports
• Complete vendor setup and ensure all required compliance documentation is obtained
• Perform three-way match reviews between purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor invoices
• Monitor AP Aging Reports and coordinate timely resolution of outstanding items
• Support annual 1099 vendor reporting and compliance requirements
• Assist with month-end AP accruals by identifying unposted vouchers and preparing accrual entries
• Create vouchers for corporate credit card transactions and reconcile receipts to charges
• Resolve payment discrepancies and vendor inquiries
• Ensure compliance with: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), DCAA accounting requirements
• Review direct and indirect cost transactions for allowability and compliance
• Support contract setup, project costing, and indirect rate structures
• Assist with incurred cost submissions and audit preparation
• Process labor corrections and labor adjustments within Deltek Costpoint
• Support billing operations by preparing draft customer invoices
• Assist with project setup, labor distribution, cost transfers, and revenue recognition
• Maintain accounting data integrity within Costpoint
• Perform monthly reconciliations for: Bank Accounts, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Credit Cards, Labor Distribution, Project Costing, Balance Sheet Accounts
• Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies
• Support monthly subledger reconciliations and General Ledger cleanup
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled timely and accurately
• Prepare monthly financial reports and supporting schedules
• Assist with budget-to-actual analysis and financial trend reporting
• Support DCAA, DCMA, external CPA, and customer audits
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and accounting records
• Recommend process improvements that strengthen internal controls and improve efficiency
• Serve as a accounting resource within the Finance Department
• Collaborate with Payroll, Human Resources, Contracts, Project Accounting, and Operations
• Mentor junior accounting personnel as needed
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and financial process enhancements

Skills

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Minimum 5 years of Government Contracting (GovCon) accounting experience
• Advanced experience using Deltek Costpoint
• Strong knowledge of: FAR, DFARS, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), DCAA Accounting Requirements, GAAP
• Extensive experience with: General Ledger Accounting, Bank and Account Reconciliations, Accounts Payable, Labor Corrections, Billing Support, Month-End Close
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial reporting
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
• Experience supporting aerospace or Department of Defense contracts
• Experience with incurred cost proposals and indirect rate calculations
• Experience supporting DCAA audits and Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR)
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) financial reporting

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