Contract Controller

Our client isseeking an experienced Controller tolead the accounting function and oversee the preparation accuracy and integrity of GAAP-compliant financial statements. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical accounting expertise experience managing the close process and a proven ability to support audits compliance and organizational growth.

The Controller will partner closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure sound financial stewardship implement accounting best practices strengthen internal controls and drive continuous process improvements. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional who thrives in dynamic environments exercises strong judgment and effectively leads accounting teams.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Close Management

• Own and manage the monthly quarterly and annual financial close process.
• Ensure timely accurate and complete financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Review and approve journal entries account reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Maintain and enforce a disciplined close calendar and reporting deadlines.
• Oversee multi-entity accounting activities and intercompany transactions.

Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Serve as the primary authority on GAAP accounting policies and technical accounting matters.
• Research document and implement accounting treatment for complex transactions including:
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • Equity transactions
  • Intercompany activities
  • Lease accounting
  • Revenue recognition
• Evaluate and prepare technical accounting position papers under GAAP and/orIFRS.
• Maintain accounting policies procedures and documentation.
• Lead implementation of new accounting standards and pronouncement transitions including lease accounting revenue recognition CECL and related standards.
• Support public-company readiness initiatives and SEC reporting requirements when applicable.

Audit Tax & Compliance

• Lead all external audits reviews and examinations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors.
• Manage audit planning prepared-by-client (PBC) requests issue resolution and final deliverables.
• Coordinate income tax sales and use tax payroll tax and other compliance filings with external advisors.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards regulations and company policies.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Design implement and maintain effective internal controls.
• Assess financial and operational risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor control effectiveness and recommend enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Oversee the accounting system of record and related subledgers.
• Ensure system configurations support GAAP compliance and scalable operations.
• Partner with Finance Operations and IT teams to maintain data integrity and improve reporting capabilities.
• Drive process improvements to increase efficiency accuracy and transparency.
• Evaluate organize summarize and interpret accounting and operational data to support decision-making.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor accounting personnel establishing clear expectations and accountability.
• Review work products and provide coaching to support professional growth.
• Develop and maintain effective staffing structures responsibilities and workflows.
• Foster a collaborative team culture centered on communication development and continuous improvement.
• Support technical accounting training and professional development initiatives.

Strategic Partnership & Communication

• Partner with executive leadership on accounting implications of strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with FP&A Operations and other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and data consistency.
• Clearly communicate accounting conclusions risks and recommendations to leadership.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
• Active CPA license required.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP financial reporting and technical accounting.
• Demonstrated ownership of month-end close processes and external audits.
• Experience with multi-entity and intercompany accounting.
• ERP system experience (NetSuite preferred or equivalent platform).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Proven experience leading and developing accounting professionals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of tax compliance and reporting requirements.