Description
The Financial Controller will undertake all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, periodic budget and cashflow forecast preparation, and the development of internal control policies and procedures. The Financial Controller’s responsibilities will also include financial risk management and will lead the effort in training and development of the Corporate and Divisional Accounting department staff by Bizzell's financial management policies. The Financial Controller will serve as the highest-ranking Finance official within the organization and will provide strategic recommendations to the Executive Team on best practices for creating financial and operational efficiency throughout the organization.
Requirements
- Assist the Chief Operating Officer (COO) in establishing, monitoring, and enforcing accounting policies and procedures and financial controls across all divisions and projects in accordance with the company’s procedures.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (such as FAR, DCAA, etc.) related to accounting and financial management.
- Monitor the financial performance of the company, providing ad hoc reports to the COO.
- Present periodic financial metrics, monthly financial report packages and revenue forecasts to the Executive Leadership Team.
- Formulate monthly and annual operational budgets for all divisions, departments, and projects.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and support to corporate finance staff overseeing payables, receivables, and payroll activities.
- Coordinate with the Travel Administrator to ensure that travel guidelines and operational procedures are updated to enhance overall efficiency throughout the organization.
- Coordinate with all Divisional Finance Directors to communicate operational updates and understand risk mitigation issues identified.
- Coordinate with Divisional HR teams to ensure employee compensation.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for corporate tax preparation and financial audits, including DCAA audits.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Strong interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills
• The highest level of ethics and integrity
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Ability to work closely with Senior & Executive Leadership
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced proficiency using Excel
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, Finance or related discipline
• Accounting designation (CMA, CGA, CPA), or an equivalent combination of related experience and education
• Minimum 10 years’ accounting experience in a senior accounting or financial management role with at least five (5) years of experience working with federal government contract regulations (FAR / CAS).
Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods (70% of the working day) sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional bending and walking.
• Must be able to lift up to 5 pounds periodically.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related discipline
- Accounting designation such as CMA, CGA, or CPA, or an equivalent combination of related experience and education
- Minimum 10 years of accounting experience in a senior accounting or financial management role
- At least five years of experience working with federal government contract regulations, including FAR and CAS
- Strong interpersonal and written and oral communication skills
- High level of ethics and integrity
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Ability to work closely with senior and executive leadership
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Office
What We Do
The Bizzell Group is a strategy, consulting, and technology firm that works with federal, state, and local governments, as well as public and private organizations, aiming to improve lives and accelerate change through services like research, program management, and technical assistance.
