Financial Conroller

Who we are:

A leading supplier of innovative communications, networking and computing solutions for U.S. defense agencies, Fuse Integration ensures secure and reliable communications at the tactical edge. Engineered from a warfighter-focused design process, the Fuse virtualized network systems, modular tactical edge virtual network, and gateway products deliver resilient connections that improve mission success across airborne, maritime, and ground environments. Fuse is a rapidly growing, service-disabled veteran- owned small business headquartered in San Diego.

About this role:

Fuse is looking for a driven, detailed, and experienced individual to manage Fuse accounting operations and conduct the financial planning and management that will drive our business and operational decisions. The Controller will work closely with the CFO as well as project management teams and will be responsible for all company accounting operations including budgets, future planning and analysis, and deliverables under GAAP, DMCA, and DCAA. An in-depth knowledge of local and state laws and regulations and a deep understanding of economic principles, financial markets, and banking is required. Successful candidates will also be able to meet strict deadlines and possess strong organizational skills. If you have an analytic mind and enjoy translating complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels, this could be the role for you!

What you’ll do:

• Maximize return on financial assets by establishing financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems
• Conduct financial planning and analysis
• Gather, evaluate, and present financial data to executive teams
• Guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures
• Protect assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls
• Monitor and confirm financial condition by conducting audits and providing information to external auditors
• Maximize return and limits risk on cash by minimizing bank balances and making investments
• Prepare budgets by establishing schedules; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data; recommending plans
• Achieve budget objectives by scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; and initiating corrective actions where needed
• Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Mentor and support finance team
• Protect operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential
• Support CFO in managing banking operations and internal controls over writing checks and approving wire transfers
• Support weekly cash flow analysis and forecasting process related to bank balances, accounts receivable and cash collections
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly and year-end financial statements, contract profit reports, and financial analysis in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, supported by subledgers that reconcile to the general ledger
• Manage the month and year end financial statement accounting close calendar, task assignments and schedule
• Manage Accounting System processes and internal controls that comply with US Government Cost Accounting (FAR) requirements.
• Interface with Defense Contract Audit Agency representatives in their audits of accounting processes and cost vouchers.
• Prepare and submit sales, use, and property tax returns

Requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or accounting
• 7-10 years of hands-on experience as an Accountant or Financial Manager
• Expert on GAAP standards and guidelines
• Familiarity with budget development and audit activities
• 1-2 years of hands-on experience with accounting for DoD projects
• Demonstrated experience processing billing and invoices
• Understanding of purchasing requirements for development and production level work
• Experience preparing and submitting contract billings to US Government and DoD projects
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience with DCMA and DCAA requirements and processes
• Some experience with an integrated ERP Accounting System
• DoD Cost accounting (accounting for unallowable costs)
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Nice to have:

• CPA certification
• CMA certification
• Cost Accounting Overhead Rates

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Covered for employee, and a portion of dependents' coverage is covered as well
• 11 paid Federal Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Date of hire through second year: 10 days/year (accrued)
  • Third year and beyond: