Controller

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Manage the relationship with the external bookkeeping firm while developing accounting capabilities, systems, processes, and internal controls needed to support growth, including transitioning responsibilities in-house. Maintain and continuously improve the general ledger, chart of accounts, and accounting policies to support a scaling organization. Partner cross-functionally to develop scalable business processes that integrate accounting, procurement, inventory management, manufacturing, and quality system requirements. Design, implement, and monitor internal controls over financial reporting and accounting processes, ensuring strong financial governance, segregation of duties, and audit-readiness. Ensure compliance with government contract accounting requirements, including DCAA compliance, FAR/DFARS requirements, incurred cost submissions, and government contract accounting standards. Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and revenue recognition across both government and commercial contracts. Oversee payroll processing and payroll accounting, ensuring accurate and timely pay, tax filings, and benefits administration. Coordinate corporate tax compliance, including sales and use tax, state registrations, annual tax filings, and 1099 reporting. Prepare accurate financial reporting and supporting schedules for executive leadership, investors, lenders, auditors, the Board, and program-related reporting required by government and commercial customers. Support the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors, tax preparers, and legal counsel. Partner with the CFO and finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial reporting. This hands-on role builds the financial backbone of a fast-growing, government-facing space company. Reporting to the VP of Operations, the position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience, and eligibility to hold a security clearance. Pay range: $120,000 - $200,000. Based in Reston, Virginia, with hybrid or remote options.