Controller

• Maintain a DCAA-compliant accounting system and ensure all financial practices adhere strictly to FAR Part 31 cost principles
• Develop, maintain, and monitor the company's indirect cost rate structure — fringe benefits, overhead, and G&A
• Serve as the primary internal point of contact for DCAA audits and reviews
• Ensure compliance with applicable Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Prepare and submit the annual Incurred Cost Submission (ICS) and support contract closeout financial activities
• Maintain adequate internal controls and segregation of duties appropriate for a small government contractor
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field
• Minimum 8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 4 years in GovCon industry as a finance professional managing day-to-day financial operations
• Proven ability to supervise, develop, and hold accountable a small finance team
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills
• Working knowledge of federal government billing portals including IPP and Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF)
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing indirect rate structures and preparing Incurred Cost Submissions
• Experience with GSA Schedule contract financial management, including billing, modifications, and option year pricing
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• Working knowledge of FAR Part 31 allowable cost principles, DCAA audit requirements, and GovCon indirect cost accounting

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field
• Minimum 8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 4 years in GovCon industry as a finance professional managing day-to-day financial operations
• Proven ability to supervise, develop, and hold accountable a small finance team
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills
• Working knowledge of federal government billing portals including IPP and Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF)
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing indirect rate structures and preparing Incurred Cost Submissions
• Experience with GSA Schedule contract financial management, including billing, modifications, and option year pricing
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• Working knowledge of FAR Part 31 allowable cost principles, DCAA audit requirements, and GovCon indirect cost accounting

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning process across all contracts and corporate overhead
• Monitor contract funding levels, ceiling amounts, burn rates, and period of performance milestones across the active prime contract portfolio
• Develop and maintain financial models supporting bid and proposal cost volumes, GSA Schedule option year pricing, and executive strategic decisions
• Provide scenario modeling and what-if analysis to support the CFO and President/CEO in evaluating growth opportunities, hiring decisions, and capital allocation
• Track and report on key financial metrics including DSO, utilization, indirect rate trends, and contract profitability
• Manage daily cash positioning, monitor bank account activity, and ensure sufficient liquidity to meet payroll and vendor obligations
• Maintain and manage the company's banking relationships and line of credit, including covenant compliance and reporting
• Forecast short- and medium-term cash flow in alignment with the contract-driven revenue and billing cycle
• Support bonding, insurance renewals, and any financing requirements tied to contract performance obligations or FCL maintenance

• Coordinate with Savantage's external CPA firm on annual tax preparation and filing; maintain organized financial records and supporting schedules to support the tax engagement
• Ensure timely filing of all applicable federal, state, and local tax returns and regulatory reports
• Maintain a strong working understanding of the differences between GAAP and tax-basis accounting, and ensure Savantage's financial records and reporting appropriately reflect both perspectives
• Oversee the proper accounting treatment of Savantage's intellectual property and proprietary software assets under both GAAP (ASC 350 / ASC 730) and federal tax rules — including capitalization versus expensing decisions, amortization schedules, and R&D tax credit eligibility
• Advise the CFO and executive leadership on the financial statement and tax implications of IP development, licensing, acquisition, or disposition activity
• Maintain corporate financial records in accordance with retention requirements
• Support any SBA-related financial reporting or compliance requirements tied to WOSB certification

• Hands-on proficiency with QuickBooks; experience managing or transitioning to a DCAA-compliant ERP system strongly preferred
• Experience in a Small Business GovCon environment
• Experience supporting organizational growth and new contract vehicle onboarding
• Demonstrated experience with GAAP vs. tax accounting differences, particularly as they relate to a company with intellectual property, proprietary software, or technology assets
• Familiarity with ASC 350 (intangibles and internal-use software), ASC 730 (research and development), and the corresponding federal tax treatment including Section 174 R&D capitalization rules

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field
• CPA Preferred

Savantage Solutions provides a wide range of consulting, systems integration, and financial and project management support to federal and DoD agencies.

For over two decades, Savantage Solutions has partnered with organizations in both the public and private sectors to achieve innovative solutions for customers' challenges.

Savantage Solutions is a woman-owned company that values diversity, initiative, and a commitment to learning and growing.

Our philosophy is that diversity is an asset to any industry or organization, and that innovation is only nurtured in an environment that embraces creativity and open minds.

We thrive on the ideas and perspectives generated by a diverse workforce.

Savantage Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer