Job Description

Director of Accounting (Controller)

DEFTEC delivers mission-critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by our clients' critical missions and driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products.

DEFTEC Corporation is seeking a Director of Accounting (Controller) to lead and oversee all accounting operations in support of our growing government contracting portfolio. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with FAR, DCAA, and federal contract requirements, and strengthening internal controls across the organization. The Controller will serve as a key member of the leadership team, partnering closely with executive leadership to support growth, improve financial processes, and ensure audit readiness. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strategic oversight and day-to-day execution.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and revenue recognition
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Manage project accounting, including cost tracking by contract, CLIN, and task
• Ensure compliance with FAR Part 31, DCAA requirements, and applicable federal regulations
• Oversee indirect rate structure (fringe, overhead, G&A) and monitor rate performance
• Support incurred cost submissions (ICS) and audit responses
• Ensure proper treatment of allowable and unallowable costs
• Oversee contract billing, including cost-plus, T&M, and fixed-price invoicing
• Ensure alignment between Unanet project setup, labor charging, and billing
• Manage WAWF, IPP, Subcontractor and NATO invoicing and reconciliation processes
• Monitor revenue recognition and backlog reporting
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls to ensure financial integrity
• Lead process improvements across accounting and finance operations
• Ensure audit readiness for DCAA, financial audits, and customer reviews
• Develop and document accounting policies and procedures
• Monitor cash flow, receivables, and working capital
• Support forecasting and financial planning efforts
• Oversee relationships with banks, auditors, and external financial partners
• Lead and mentor accounting staff, establishing accountability and development paths
• Partner with Contracts, Operations, and Program Managers to ensure financial alignment across the organization

Required Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in a government contracting environment
• Strong knowledge of:
• FAR and DCAA compliance
• Cost accounting standards and indirect rate structures
• Project-based accounting
• Experience with Unanet ERP and Paycom
• Experience with WAWF and IPP invoicing
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or equivalent certification
• Experience supporting incurred cost submissions and DCAA audits
• Familiarity with GSA schedules, CPFF contracts, and rate proposals
• Experience improving or rebuilding accounting processes in a growing organization

DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement. The DEFTEC team comprises professionals who make a difference daily in crucial national security missions. Our leadership knows that this happens by employing a diverse team that is well cared for. Our top priority is our employees, making DEFTEC an ideal workplace.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please get in touch with HR@deftec.com if you require reasonable accommodations.

DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

AAP/EEO Statement

DEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law.

This policy applies to all terms of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.