Corporate Controller

Unlimited Technology is a national security integration company seeking an experienced Corporate Controller preferably based on either Herndon or Richmond VA to lead and manage the company’s accounting operations. This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting the financial management of a growing construction organization. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with construction accounting, particularly Work-in-Process (WIP) schedules, and preferably a background in public accounting.

The Corporate Controller will oversee the accounting team, lead the monthly closing process and work closely with executive leadership to provide accurate financial insights that support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and job cost accounting. 
• Work closely with FP&A, Billing Operations and Purchasing ensuring financials data properly flows through our ERP correctly and providing various analysis to multiple levels of the organization.
• Manage and maintain Work-in-Process (WIP) schedules, including revenue recognition and job profitability analysis.
• Responsible for balance sheet account reconciliation management and compliance.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting.
• Monitor job costing, project margins, and contract accounting for construction projects.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and ERP consultants.
• Lead the annual audit and tax preparation process.
• Oversee the sales tax reporting process.
• Be the ERP Subject Matter Expert with Sedona ERP general ledger, table set-ups, process flow and reporting.
• Support purchase accounting and integration of new acquisitions.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to executive leadership to support operational and strategic decisions.
• Manage and mentor accounting staff.

Key to Success

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Promotes positive, high-energy attitude
• Is well organized and very detailed
• Can handle multiple, competing priorities
• Is an articulate communicator at all levels of the organization
• Natural curiosity and enjoyment of digging into data and systems
• Is a team-player with strong relationship building-skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in construction accounting.
• Strong experience with Work-in-Process (WIP) reporting and percentage-of-completion accounting.
• Prior experience in public accounting is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and construction industry financial practices.
• Experience with construction accounting or ERP systems. 
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with executive leadership and operational teams.

Preferred Experience

• Public accounting background. 
• Experience with construction management or job cost systems (e.g., Sage 300/Timberline, Viewpoint, Foundation, etc.).
• Experience supporting a growing construction or contracting company.