Controller

Job Location: 

This is a remote position; however, candidates should be available to travel to Arlington, VA on a quarterly basis. 

Clearance:

There is no clearance requirement for this position, however candidates for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Job Description:

In this position as Controller, you will lead Blake Willson Group's finance and accounting function. In this position, you will oversee all aspects of accounting operations, treasury management, financial reporting, compliance, and audit readiness while driving automation, process improvement, and system optimization. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a strategic and hands-on role in strengthening financial integrity, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting organizational growth initiatives. In this position, you will also:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including General Ledger management, journal entries, reconciliations, month-end and year-end close, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and financial statement preparation.
• Lead treasury management activities, including cash flow monitoring, forecasting, and effective cash management.
• Ensure DCAA compliance and maintain an adequate accounting system, including timekeeping, segregation of direct and indirect costs, and unallowable cost monitoring.
• Maintain compliance with FAR and CAS requirements, including cost principles, indirect rate management, and incurred cost submissions.
• Oversee project-based financial operations, including revenue recognition, project accounting, and contract billing.
• Generate monthly financial reports, including budget variance analyses, and provide actionable financial insights to leadership.
• Coordinate and manage external audits and tax preparation activities, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Utilize and optimize the Unanet ERP system and related applications to support accurate reporting and operational efficiency.
• Develop, document, and enhance internal controls, policies, and procedures to strengthen risk management and compliance.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing finance and accounting team.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation, system enhancements, and scalable financial operations.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in accounting and financial management, including experience leading a controllership function.
• 5 years of recent experience within a Government Contracting (GovCon) organization.
• 5 years of experience supporting DCAA compliance, FAR/CAS regulations, and project-based contract accounting.
• 3 years of leadership experience managing and developing finance or accounting teams.
• 3 years of Unanet ERP experience.

Desired Skills:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is highly desired.
• Experience scaling financial operations within a high-growth organization.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and government contract accounting principles.
• Experience implementing financial system automation and process improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to brief executive leadership.
• Experience managing month-end close, forecasting, internal controls, and audit processes.

At Blake Willson Group, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation practices. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $185,000 in the United States. Your individual salary within this range will be determined by various factors, including but not limited to your education, experience, skills, and geographic location. We also provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes major medical benefits such as dental and vision coverage, a 401(k)-contribution plan, holiday and personal time off, professional development training & certification benefits, health & wellness subsidies, paid time off for community service, and more. We value your contributions and are committed to recognizing and rewarding your performance and the value you bring to our business.