Manager of Accounting / Site Controller

Imagine yourself…

• Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impact on the world around you. 
• Growing your expertise���and expanding your skillset with every project. 
• Owning your ambition and fueling your career growth. 
• Thriving in a supportive team environment that inspires you to strive for excellence.
   

It’s possible with a role at OTT HydroMet, where you’ll have the chance to shape the future of your career—and the future of our planet.

In a world increasingly focused on how humans can responsibly live within our environment, OTT HydroMet, a Veralto company, is on the frontlines of creating the critical water and weather solutions that ensure a safer future for us all. By partnering with our customers around the world, we help detect floods, make solar power more efficient, protect the environment, and ultimately save lives.

Our collaborative, diverse team is made up of engineers and scientists, marketers and researchers; people who’ve been in the industry for decades or have just arrived with fresh ideas. We’re driven by a love of problem-solving and inventive thinking, and by the unique impact our customers make on people’s everyday lives. Bringing our global team together within our renowned brands affords us unsurpassed strength and expertise in meteorology and hydrology—and gives you the chance to build a meaningful career, with work that makes an everyday impact and a culture that prioritizes your growth and development.
 

We offer:

• PPTO of vacation 
• Flexible working hours
• Professional onboarding and training options
• Powerful team looking forward to working with you
• Career coaching and development opportunities
• Health benefits
• 401(k)

Reporting to the Global Assistant Controller, the Manager of Accounting / Site Controller plays a key leadership role in the financial integrity and performance of the organization. This position oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls, while supporting strategic initiatives and leading a high-performing finance team. The Controller partners with site leadership and global finance stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant reporting.

This position is part of Hydro and meteorology business unit located in Sterling, Virginia and will be onsite.

In this role, a typical day will look like:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger accuracy.

• Lead and execute the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX requirements, and internal accounting policies.

• Review and approve key financial documents, including financial statements, accruals, and provisions.

• Monitor and manage daily cash activity, including bank reconciliations and payment approvals.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors, ensuring audit readiness and timely responses.

• Supervise and support the accounting team, providing guidance, resolving escalations, and managing performance.

• Conduct variance reviews and ensure proper documentation for material financial fluctuations.

• Oversee tax compliance activities, including sales/use tax, payroll tax filings, and issuance of 1099s and W-2s.

• Maintain accurate entity registrations and good standing certifications across applicable jurisdictions.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in accounting/controllership roles.

• Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and SOX compliance.

• Demonstrated leadership in managing finance teams and cross-functional projects.

• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., BAAN, Syteline).

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

OTT HydroMet is proud to part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto’s vibrant global network of 16,000 associates, you join a uniq