Controller IV

About the role

The Senior Site Controller will oversee all financial planning, reporting, accounting, and compliance activities at the facility level. They will serve as a key business partner to site leadership, driving cost reduction, productivity, and margin improvement.

Responsibilities

• Own all site-level financial reporting including monthly close, forecasting, and annual budgeting
• Prepare and present financial results, variance analysis, and commentary to site and corporate leadership
• Partner with operations and program management teams to drive cost reduction, productivity, and margin improvement
• Manage and develop site accounting staff
• Act as primary contact for DCAA audits and external reviews
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory valuation, and manufacturing variance analysis
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company financial policies
• Support government contract accounting and compliance requirements including FAR and DFARS
• Lead capital expenditure planning and tracking at the site level
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial visibility and operational efficiency
• Coordinate with corporate finance on reporting and initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of accounting experience, including leadership/Controller-level
• Experience in government contracting environment
• Knowledge of FAR, CAS, and DCAA audits (preferred)
• Cost accounting / project accounting experience
• Mechanical engineering or manufacturing environment preferred
• ERP experience (Costpoint or similar preferred)

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Skills

• Financial modeling and analysis
• Cost accounting and project management
• Government contracting regulations
• ERP systems (Costpoint or similar)

Benefits

At Frontgrade, we offer:

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision coverage
• 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
• Tuition reimbursement/Student loan repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave