This is a hybrid position, with the expectation of being on-site at our Chantilly, VA office 3-4 times a week.
The Optiv + ClearShark Federal Controller directs all accounting functions including establishing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, procedures, and initiatives, and preparation of financial reports. This position reports to the Optiv + ClearShark President with indirect reporting to the Optiv Finance leadership team.
How you’ll make an impact
• Oversee the operations of the accounting, finance, and related functions.
• Responsible for building and developing accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversight of month-end close process, including review of reconciliations, fluctuation analysis, and identification and research of accounting issues.
• Coordinate, analyze, and report financial performance to management.
• Oversee payments of all accounts.
• Monitor working capital and funding balances.
• Recommend benchmarks for measuring the financial and operating performance of company divisions.
• Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget
• Manage the preparation of the financial statements and notes thereto
• Manage the external auditors.
• Represent finance in the identification and implementation of new systems and upgrade of existing systems.
• Prepare financial analysis for contract negotiations and investment decisions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and principles.
• Responsible for leading and managing the Federal Finance and Accounting team.
What we’re looking for
• Bachelor’s Degree / MBA or practical equivalent.
• 10 or more years of solid accounting experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP, SEC rules and regulations, including Sarbanes Oxley compliance.
• 5-10 years progressive accounting experience managing/maintaining Deltek Costpoint ERP system.
• Hands-on knowledge of DCAA compliance standards, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, creativity, and initiative.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with creating financial statements.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close.
• Strong accounting software user and administration skills.
• Experience working with senior management leadership and ability to influence others cross-functionally.
• Experience leading and managing people and direct reports is required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
What you can expect from Optiv
Work/life balance
Professional training resources
Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)
EEO Statement
Optiv + ClearShark is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age 40 and over, marital status, genetic information, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree, MBA, or practical equivalent
- 10 or more years of accounting experience
- Knowledge of GAAP, SEC rules and regulations, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
- 5-10 years of progressive experience managing or maintaining Deltek Costpoint ERP
- Hands-on knowledge of DCAA compliance standards, Cost Accounting Standards, and Federal Acquisition Regulation
- Leadership, creativity, and initiative
- Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
- Experience preparing financial statements
- Experience with general ledger functions and month-end/year-end close
- Strong accounting software user and administration skills
- Experience working with senior management and influencing cross-functionally
- Experience leading and managing people and direct reports
- Strong written and oral communication skills
Optiv Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Optiv and has not been reviewed or approved by Optiv.
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Retirement Support — Immediate vesting with a clear 401(k) match and a solid retirement setup are emphasized in official materials. This positions retirement benefits as a dependable part of the total package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — A flexible, no‑accrual “Recharge” policy for eligible exempt roles and traditional PTO for non‑exempt roles are highlighted. Hybrid/remote flexibility also appears frequently across role descriptions.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options with FSA/HSA (including a company HSA contribution) are described. Company‑paid life, AD&D, and short‑/long‑term disability further strengthen core protections.
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What We Do
Optiv is a security solutions integrator – “one-stop” trusted partner with a singular focus on cybersecurity. Our end-to-end cybersecurity capabilities span risk management and transformation, cyber digital transformation, threat management, security operations, identity and data management, and integration and innovation, helping organizations realize stronger, simpler and more cost-efficient cybersecurity programs that support business requirements and outcomes. At Optiv, we are modernizing cybersecurity to enable clients to innovate their consumption models, integrate infrastructure and technology to maximize value, achieve measurable outcomes, and realize complete solutions and business alignment.
