[Hiring] Controller @PGLS

Role Description

Piedmont Global is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controller to join our accounting team. As the Controller reporting to the CFO, you will play a critical role in overseeing the accounting operations and ensuring compliance with commercial and government contracts. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing and managing all aspects of the company's accounting operations including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and all General Level activities, specialized accounting for acquisitions, and consolidations of multiple entities.
• Developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with government regulations.
• Reporting on weekly and monthly cash flow.
• Establishing and adhering to a regular close schedule including performing or reviewing reconciliations in conjunction with the team.
• Reporting in a multi-company environment for consolidations, intercompany transactions, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Developing international payment transactions processes.
• Assisting with maintaining compliance with Federal, State and Local tax filings for property taxes, payroll taxes, corporate registrations and similar tax filings as needed.

Government Contract Compliance:

• Ensuring compliance with government contract requirements, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Reviewing and analyzing contract terms and conditions to ensure accurate financial reporting and billing by project.
• Preparing monthly financial reports for government contracts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to contract requirements.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders and project teams to provide financial guidance and support when necessary, throughout the contract lifecycle.

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP under a regular reporting schedule.
• Conducting variance analysis to determine consistency of activity compared to prior months and providing insightful financial analysis to support decision-making and drive business performance.
• Assisting the Finance team in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial projections.
• Collaborating with external auditors during the annual audit process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Managing and leading the accounting team, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to all levels of the department.
• Fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment, encouraging professional growth and development.
• Conducting performance evaluations, setting goals, and providing ongoing feedback to team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting strongly preferred from an accredited program or related field.
• Master's degree in accounting (MAcc) is preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of relevant accounting experience in a senior accounting or finance role such as a Controller in a medium sized company, preferably in a government contracts environment.
• Strong knowledge of government contract cost accounting regulations, including DCAA Incurred Cost Submissions, FAR and DFARS. T&M, CPFF and FFP.
• Experience with system migrations strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, Power BI and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP-based accrual accounting, account reconciliations, technical accounting for relevant areas and financial reporting requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Prior experience in a leadership role.

Requirements

• This is a salaried full-time exempt position, benefits eligible.
• As part of the interview process for this position, you will be asked to complete an AI screening which takes about 10 minutes and gives us a starting point to target interview depth more completely.