Controller (BDO Government Services)

BDO GS Controller

The BDO GS Controller will serve as a foundational leader within our finance team, responsible for the integrity of our financial reporting, robust internal controls, and strategic financial operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead transformative projects, including significant ERP modernization and system migrations, while ensuring the highest standards of financial accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver, a skilled communicator, and a proven leader capable of navigating the complexities of a fast-paced professional services landscape. This role is for a leader who is willing to dive into the details while maintaining a strategic perspective.

Job Duties:

Strategic Financial Leadership & Executive Partnership:

Acts as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, working with FP&A and Project Management, provide insightful financial analysis, and strategic recommendations

Provides proactive guidance to support business growth and operational efficiency within a project-based framework

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

Responsible for all aspects of financial reporting, including accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, consolidated financial statements, and compliance with GAAP (including ASC 606 revenue recognition)

Ensures adherence to all regulatory requirements and internal controls

Monthly Accounting:

Manages comprehensive general ledger activities, including account reconciliations and chart of accounts maintenance

Prepares and presents insightful financial reporting packages: income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and critical professional services KPIs (backlog, revenue, margin, utilization, project profitability)

Management of Accounting Operations:

Manages back-office accounting activities, including GL, AP, AR, Project Accounting

Shared Services:

Manages Shared Services relationship with BDO USA, including but not limited to Treasury, Accounts Payable, Payroll, and General Ledger support.

Transformation & Process Improvement:

Leads and manages critical financial system initiatives, including ERP modernization projects (e.g., migration from NetSuite to Unanet), process optimization, and automation efforts to enhance efficiency and scalability

Project Accounting & Cost Management:

Drives best practices in project accounting, job cost accounting, and project profitability analysis

Ensures accurate tracking, reporting, and management of project-related financial data

Internal Controls & Audit Management:

Develops, implements, and monitors robust internal control frameworks to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity

Coordinates and manages external audits, ensuring seamless execution and timely resolution of findings

Cash Flow & Working Capital Optimization:

Monitors and manages cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to support operational needs and strategic investments

Develops and implements strategies for optimal financial resource utilization

Team Leadership & Development:

Recruits, mentors, and develops a high-performing finance and accounting team

Fosters a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Monitors and provides performance feedback of all personnel reporting to this position

Ensures all direct reports are effectively trained on systems and processes

Assists direct reports with prioritization of workload, communications, etc. and delegates work assignments to direct reports as appropriate

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

Bachelor's degree required; focus in accounting or Finance, preferred

Experience:

Eight (8) or more years of progressive experience in senior-level accounting or finance leadership roles, required, with a significant portion in a professional services or project-based organization, preferred

Proven expertise in GAAP, particularly ASC 606 revenue recognition, and strong experience with project accounting/job cost accounting, preferred

Experience with a company with revenue size of at least $750 million, preferred

Demonstrated experience in leading significant financial system implementations or migrations (e.g., NetSuite to Unanet), including process redesign and optimization, preferred

Deep understanding and experience with internal controls, financial compliance, and audit management, preferred

Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach to execution, preferred

Strong leadership capabilities with a proven track record of building, mentoring, and developing high-performing finance teams, preferred

Experience with a multi-entity / multi-currency company, preferred

License/Certifications:

CPA or MBA, strongly preferred

Software:

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, required

Language:

N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Displays superior verbal and written communication skills

Capable of working and communicating effectively with professionals at all levels

Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects / tasks with an attention to detail

Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment

Proficient in utilization of data entry skills and Microsoft Excel

Possesses superior customer service skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $125,000 - $220,000 Maryland Range: $125,000 - $220,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $125,000 - $220,000