Gov Con Controller
Company: Addison Group
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Position Title: Controller
Location: Chantilly, VA – Hybrid Assignment Type: Permanent Hire
Compensation: $135,000 – $170,000 (annual base salary) Work
Schedule: M–F, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Benefits: This position is
eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead full-cycle
accounting operations and support a portfolio of client engagements
within a government contracting environment. This role is ideal for
a hands-on leader who excels in managing complex accounting
functions, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance
with federal contracting regulations. The successful candidate will
bring deep expertise in Deltek Costpoint, strong technical
accounting skills, and the ability to lead an accounting team in a
fast-paced and dynamic setting. Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily
accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts
receivable, payroll, expense reporting, and general ledger
management. Execute month-end close activities, including financial
statements, reconciliations, analyses, and supporting schedules.
Complete client invoicing, operational metrics, indirect expense
analysis, and variance explanations. Develop annual budgets and
periodic forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with
organizational objectives. Maintain strong internal controls and
ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, CAS, and other federal
contracting requirements. Lead efforts to streamline and automate
accounting processes while maintaining compliance and controls.
Manage external financial audits, including coordination of
documentation and responses. Support tax-related activities such as
filings, payments, and preparation of year-end returns. Oversee
DCAA-related audits and ensure adherence to federal procurement
standards. Provide leadership, development, and guidance to
accounting team members. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in
Accounting or Finance required; CPA preferred. 8 years of
accounting experience within government contracting. 6 years of
hands-on Deltek Costpoint experience required. Strong understanding
of GAAP, FAR, CAS, DCAA requirements, and federal compliance.
Proven ability to build and lead high-performing accounting teams.
Experience designing and implementing accounting processes and
controls. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving
skills with high attention to detail. Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills across all levels of an organization.
Familiarity with systems such as Unanet, QuickBooks, and Jamis is a
plus. EEO Statement: Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities
(EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national
origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status,
amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with
applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies
with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination
in employment in every location in which the company has
facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified
individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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