Interim Controller

Andrews & Cole is seeking an Interim Controller for a 3-6 month assignment with a government contractor operating in a highly regulated federal contracting environment.

The Interim Controller will oversee all accounting and financial reporting for the organization. Reporting directly to the CFO, this individual will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining compliance with government contracting requirements, and driving improvements in systems, controls, and processes to support the demands of a growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities: • Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, project accounting, and month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, with attention to contract-level financial activity and cost tracking. • Manage preparation of timely and accurate financial statements, project schedules, and other supporting reports for management and compliance purposes. • Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal financial policies, and applicable government contracting requirements including compliance with FAR, CAS, and, where applicable, DFARS. • Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, and review of project financial data. • Support external audits, tax filings, and other regulatory or contract-related reporting requirements. • Evaluate existing accounting systems, controls, and procedures; recommend and implement improvements to enhance reporting accuracy, compliance, and scalability. • Partner with leadership to analyze financial performance, contract or project results, and key business trends to support decision-making. • Serve as a key liaison with external auditors, banking partners, and other advisors. • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management, including visibility into contract or project spending as needed.

Qualifications: • BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred • 8-12+ years of progressive accounting experience • Experience in a government contracting environment and prior leadership in a Controller or senior accounting role • Strong working knowledge of FAR, CAS, DCAA audit requirements, indirect rate methodologies, and government contractor compliance standards • Experience with Deltek Costpoint • Strong understanding of government contract accounting • Advanced Excel skills • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment • Excellent communication and project management skills