We are currently partnered with a leading manufacturer in Norfolk, VA who is seeking a skilled accountant for the Deputy Controller role. This position supports financial operations, focusing on revenue tracking, internal controls, financial policy formulation, and ensuring fiscal health.
Responsibilities:
- Financial Management: Advise on strategic financial matters, develop policies, analyze financial data, and prepare statements. Monitor cash flow, budgets, and performance metrics. Provide insights to senior management.
- General Accounting: Oversee general ledger activities, analyze transactions, maintain fixed asset records, and support tax filings. Analyze contracts for revenue recognition and collaborate on financial reporting.
- Team Development & Collaboration: Lead financial discussions, support staff, and improve department efficiency through collaboration.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years' progressive accounting or finance experience.
- CPA certification required (or candidate status with documentation).
- Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and compliance regulations.
- Government or contract accounting experience preferred; knowledge of FAR/DFAR guidelines a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems; CostPoint experience preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.