Financial Controller

<span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Job Title:</b> Financial Controller<br><br><b>Company:</b> BLN24<br><br><b>About Us:</b> We find strength in teamwork-a better you is a better us<br>BLN24 is an award-winning Management Consulting Firm that supports the U.S. Federal Government in successfully achieving their mission and goals. Our service and solutions delivery start with understanding each client’s end-state, and then seamlessly integrating within each Agency’s organization to improve and enhance strategic and technical operations and deployments.<br><br><b>Position Overview:</b><br>BLN is seeking an experienced Controller with a strong background in <strong>federal government</strong> <strong>contracting</strong> to lead our accounting and financial compliance functions. This role is critical in ensuring adherence to <strong>FAR/DFARS regulations</strong>, managing <strong>DCAA audit readiness</strong>, and supporting <strong>proposal pricing and cost strategy</strong>.</span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in <strong>Deltek Costpoint</strong>, government contract accounting, and building compliant financial processes that scale with growth.</span></span></span><br><br><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Financial Management & Reporting</span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Oversee all accounting operations including GL, AP/AR, payroll, project accounting, and revenue recognition</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Maintain internal controls and accounting policies in compliance with GAAP and government regulations</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Lead the month-end and year-end close processes</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Government Contract Compliance</span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Ensure full compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other federal regulations</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Maintain and enhance accounting systems and practices to support government contract requirements</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Serve as the primary point of contact for DCAA audits, incurred cost submissions, and compliance reviews</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Develop and maintain policies for timekeeping, expense reporting, and indirect rate structures</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Pricing & Proposal Support</span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Partner with business development and contracts teams to develop compliant, competitive pricing for proposals</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Build and validate cost models, indirect rates, and pricing strategies</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Support RFP responses with cost volume development and financial narratives</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Analyze contract profitability and provide recommendations</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Costpoint Administration</span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Lead configuration, optimization, and maintenance of Deltek Costpoint</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Ensure system integrity and alignment with compliance standards</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Oversee project setup, cost pools, indirect rate structures, and reporting</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Leadership & Strategy</span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Manage and mentor accounting and finance staff</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Provide strategic financial insights to executive leadership</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and reporting efficiency</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Required Qualifications:</b></span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA strongly preferred)</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience</b>, with significant time in <b>federal government contracting</b></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Deep knowledge of <b>FAR, DFARS, and DCAA audit requirements</b></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Hands-on experience with <b>Deltek Costpoint</b></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Proven experience supporting <b>proposal pricing and cost volume development</b></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Strong understanding of indirect rate structures (fringe, overhead, G&A)</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Experience managing DCAA audits, incurred cost submissions, and audit responses</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Preferred Qualifications:</b></span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Experience in a growing government contractor environment</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Familiarity with <b>forward pricing rate agreements (FPRA)</b></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Experience with <b>CAS (Cost Accounting Standards)</b> compliance</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Prior leadership or team management experience</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Key Competencies:</b></span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">High attention to detail and accuracy</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Ability to translate complex regulations into actionable processes</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Proactive, hands-on leadership style</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>What BLN24 brings to the Game:</b><br>BLN24 benefits are game changing. We like our team to play hard and that means they need to be taken care of — physically, financially, and emotionally. We make sure to keep them in the game by giving them access to generous medical, dental, and vision plans.</span></span></span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">You can join one of the fastest growing companies headquartered in the Washington DC Metro Area.  We give you the opportunity to work in different sectors, so you have the chance at variety while maintaining stability.</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Flexibility at BLN24 allows each individual the opportunity to balance quality work and their personal lives. Depending on projects, we allow remote working opportunities so you can always be in the game no matter where you call home.</span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><i>BLN24 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe people are our strength and understand diverse talents are key to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.</i><br><br> </span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:12pt;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><br> 

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