Controller
$121,000–$150,000 year
On-site · Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Controller role leading Savantage Solutions' GovCon finance function: hands-on senior financial operator partnering with the CFO, overseeing day-to-day financial operations (GL, A/P, A/R, payroll, cash management), closing processes, management reporting, and cash flow. Responsibilities include maintaining a DCAA-compliant accounting system, government invoicing via IPP and WAWF, internal controls, and driving process improvements. The position manages a small finance team, serves as acting CFO when needed, and ensures compliance with FAR Part 31, CAS, and indirect cost structures, while providing financial modeling and budgeting support across contracts. Requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance, 8+ years in accounting/ GovCon, strong Excel skills, and ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Preferred CPA and experience with QuickBooks or a DCAA-compliant ERP.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field
- Minimum 8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 4 years in GovCon industry as a finance professional managing day-to-day financial operations
- Proven ability to supervise, develop, and hold accountable a small finance team
- Strong Excel and financial modeling skills
- Working knowledge of federal government billing portals including IPP and Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF)
- Demonstrated experience developing and managing indirect rate structures and preparing Incurred Cost Submissions
- Experience with GSA Schedule contract financial management, including billing, modifications, and option year pricing
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Working knowledge of FAR Part 31 allowable cost principles, DCAA audit requirements, and GovCon indirect cost accounting
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field
- CPA preferred
- Minimum 8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
- At least 4 years in GovCon industry
- Experience supervising a small finance team
- Strong Excel and financial modeling skills
- Working knowledge of IPP and WAWF
- Experience with GSA Schedule financial management
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Knowledge of FAR Part 31, DCAA audit requirements, and GovCon indirect cost accounting
- Experience with indirect cost rate structures and Incurred Cost Submissions
- Experience with GAAP vs tax accounting differences (ASC 350, ASC 730)
- Familiarity with ASC 350/ASC 730 and related tax treatment
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