Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value - not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We'd love for you to join our team!

Job Summary

B&A is looking for an Assistant Controller to join our Huntsville, Alabama headquarters team in support of an important mission. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a collaborative, growth-minded team while supporting federal contracts around the country. We are seeking a self-motivated, meticulous and dedicated Finance and Accounting leader join our team. The Assistant Controller will be responsible for managing and overseeing financial aspects of inventory management, financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting and forecasting, projects, ensuring accurate and timely accounting and reporting. This role will be the finance leader at the Huntsville, Alabama office and will work closely with the Controller and Chief Financial Officer at Headquarters in McLean, VA. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, experience with inventory management, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead project inventory management, including the implementation of a new inventory module in an existing ERP system and creating standard reporting templates.
• Work with program managers and procurement team to identify inventory needs, resource planning, purchases, and related cash management
• Work with CFO to develop and implement cost accounting strategies, managing indirect rates and cost pools
• Work with the Controller and finance and accounting team to close the books on a monthly basis, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in the preparation of budget and forecast materials
• Assist in Board of Director and external stakeholder reporting
• Leverage ERP system and project ledgers to investigate project variances and collaborate with project managers and Finance and Accounting team to identify and explain discrepancies.
• Report on project profitability to management, highlighting financial performance and trends.
• Review and approve overhead charges applied to projects, ensuring correct allocation of costs.
• Work with Finance and Accounting team to create or approve all project-related billings to customers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Keep detailed records of project-related documents, including contracts, change orders, and other pertinent information.
• Review and approve supplier invoices related to projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contracts.
• Work with the finance and accounting team to set up project accounts in the accounting system to track financial transactions accurately.
• Collaborate with receivables staff to address unpaid contract billings and ensure timely collection.
• Respond promptly to customer requests for more detail, providing clear and accurate financial information.
• Approve the write-off of any project-related billings that cannot be billed to or collected from customers, ensuring proper documentation.
• Prepare and submit government reports and tax returns related to projects, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Compile necessary information for internal and external auditors, providing accurate and comprehensive financial data as required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant work experience.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or in a similar role.
• 2+ years with experience with DCAA cost accounting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with modeling, financial planning and analysis reporting, and monthly accounting reporting
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desired Skills

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Experience with project accounting in the construction or engineering industry.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in preparing government reports and tax returns related to projects.

More About B&A:

Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs
B&A is proud to offer full time employees a 100% premium paid medical plan option, which includes coverage for medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, disability, Teladoc, and accident insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, tuition assistance, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, commuter transit benefits (SmartBenefits) for DC Metro full-time employees and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU).

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance.

These include:

• The B&A Cares program: on-staff registered counselor, 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, wellness challenges, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP): engagement through guided wellness and peer recognition. Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly virtual events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenge: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, and #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A's offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.