Controller

Description

ICA Language Services is seeking an experienced, independent, and detail-oriented Controller to lead our government contracting accounting function. Reporting directly to the President, this role is a hands-on leadership position responsible for government contract accounting, including full-cycle accounting operations, indirect rate management, compliance, financial reporting, and DCAA audit readiness.

This position plays a key role in monthly close, financial reporting, and executive decision support, while ensuring ongoing compliance with GAAP, FAR, CAS, DFARS, and DCAA requirements. The Controller will partner closely with executive leadership, program management, and operations to support current contracts and future growth.

As a woman-owned government contractor, ICA offers a collaborative environment where finance leadership has direct influence on business strategy and operational execution.

Key Responsibilities

Lead hands-on, full-cycle government contract accounting, including A/P, A/R, billing, payroll, G/L, and month-end close

Own and maintain indirect rate structures, cost pools, and allocation bases

Prepare and review monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and management reports

Manage contract revenue recognition, job cost reporting, and cost accumulation

Support cost proposals, pricing strategy, and forward pricing rate development

Serve as subject matter expert for FAR Part 31, CAS, DFARS, and DCAA audit readiness

Manage and support DCAA and external audits, including preparation of schedules and audit support

Maintain balance sheet account reconciliations and overall balance sheet integrity

Monitor cash flow, working capital, and contract funding

Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls

Identify and implement process improvements to improve close-cycle efficiency

Analyze financial data and communicate results to non-financial stakeholders

Supervise, mentor, and develop finance and accounting staff, and make staffing recommendations as needed

Support budgeting, forecasting, and ERP configuration and reporting

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)

8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including government contracting

Strong knowledge of FAR Part 31, CAS, DFARS, and DCAA requirements

Hands-on experience with Unanet (preferred); Deltek Costpoint experience also strongly considered

Proven experience with indirect rates, job costing, and labor distribution

Strong GAAP and government contract cost accounting knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Ability to work independently in a hands-on environment

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or foreign nationals authorized to work in the United States.

ICA Language Services is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under local, state, or federal laws.