Controller
SciTec · Princeton, NJ · 3 wk ago
On-siteAccounting$157k–$194k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the daily operations of the accounting department, including AP/AR, payroll, subsidiary treasury, and general ledger activities
- Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely financial statements
- Work with the Firefly technical accounting team to manage revenue recognition processes, ensuring compliance with ASC 606 for complex government and commercial contracts
- Cook with the Firefly team to support consolidated quarterly financial reviews and the annual financial audit
- Ensure rigorous adherence to Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), where applicable
- Drive SciTec's efforts to implement and maintain compliance with SOX 404 frameworks
- Develop and document formal accounting policies and procedures to scale with SciTec's growth
- Collaborate with SciTec leadership and the Firefly finance team to provide financial insights that drive business decisions
- Mentor and develop a high-performing accounting team of 10+ professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a Controller or Assistant Controller capacity
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- Significant and demonstrated experience in Government Contracting (GovCon) with deep knowledge of DCAA requirements and FAR/DFARS
- Expert-level knowledge of US GAAP
- Proven experience implementing and managing SOX 404 frameworks
- Proficiency in sophisticated ERP systems
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, communication skills, and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, constraints, and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-growth, constantly changing environment
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data for non-financial stakeholders
- Advanced proficiency in Excel
- To obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
Benefits
- 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
- 100% company paid HSA medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
- 80% company paid dental insurance
- 100% company paid vision insurance
- 100% company paid life insurance
- 100% company paid long-term disability insurance
- 100% company paid hospital indemnity insurance
- Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Annuity profit-sharing plan
- Discretionary performance bonus
- Paid parental leave
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including holidays, vacation, and sick pay
- Flexible work hours