Corporate Controller

Virginia Beach, VA

Full Time

Experienced

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented Corporate Controller
Location: Remote
Department: Corporate HQ
Type: Full Time
Min. Experience: Experienced
Salary: $155,000 - $170,000

Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead the financial operations.
Ensure the integrity of financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and the development and maintenance of internal controls.
Oversee all accounting operations including billing, Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), General Ledger (GL), cost accounting, revenue recognition, and payroll.
Prepare and present timely, accurate monthly and annual financial statements.
Manage all aspects of monthly close and consolidation.
Lead the transition from outsourced finance functions to a fully in-house team.
Serve as Unanet system Subject Matter Expert (SME) for accounting functions.
Oversee the integration and optimization of Unanet.
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Accounting and Reporting (FAR), and government contract regulations.
Partner with the Pricer, Finance Operations Lead, and Executive Vice President (EVP) of Human Capital to develop accurate pricing models and labor projections.
Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets and ensure efficiency.
Coordinate external audits and support the annual International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and 401K audits.
Manage and mentor accounting staff including Staff Accountant and Program Financial Analysts.

Required Skills and Experience
10+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, with five (5) or more years in a leadership role. Experience in government contracting and a deep understanding of FAR, Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) compliance. Expertise in Unanet or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Proven expertise building or leading accounting teams, including in-house transition from outsourced providers. High attention to detail, integrity, and confidentiality.
Professional Certifications	Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification strongly preferred
Years of Professional Experience	n/a
Desired experience	Prior experience as a Controller in a midsize or growing GovCon firm Strong communication and executive presentation skills Commitment to continuous improvement and process optimization
Formal Education	Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
Citizenship Requirement	U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity
Security Clearance Requirements	n/a
CRITICAL NOTES:	SSG will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Your answers to the mandatory screening questions must be supported by the information on your resume. Applications with inconsistencies will not be considered. Recruiters or Third parties will not be considered. This is a remote position.

U.S Citizenship is required for this specific opportunity. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance. Individuals may also be subject to a background investigation including, but not limited to criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.

Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.

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