Collaborate with all levels of staff and management throughout the organization to accomplish departmental objectives and support strategic initiatives.
Review monthly consolidated financial statements and related account analyses for accuracy and completeness.
Assist in driving a timely and accurate monthly close process.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across accounting processes, systems, and internal controls.
Ensure integrity, accuracy, and completeness of financial data and reporting.
Support year-end close and financial reporting activities, including preparation of financial statements and footnote disclosures.
Coordinate audits by external auditors, DCAA, DCMA, and other regulatory agencies; oversee preparation of requested documentation.
Review monthly general ledger reconciliations and monitor balance sheet account activity.
Support compliance with debt covenants and lender reporting requirements.
Perform financial process control activities to ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
Partner with business leadership to support revenue recognition compliance in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policy.
Research, analyze, and document complex or non-routine accounting transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP, CAS, and FAR requirements.
Prepare technical accounting memoranda and position papers supporting accounting conclusions.
Evaluate accounting implications related to contracts, acquisitions, restructurings, and other strategic transactions.
Assess compliance with ASC 606, lease accounting, business combinations, and other applicable accounting guidance.
Partner with external auditors on technical accounting matters and accounting policy interpretation.
Evaluate the impact of new accounting pronouncements and assist with implementation efforts.
Support preparation and review of indirect rates, incurred cost submissions, and provisional billing rates.
Maintain compliance with disclosed accounting practices and applicable business system requirements.
Ensure consistency between estimating, accumulating, and reporting costs in accordance with CAS requirements.
Provide leadership across Finance, Operations, Sales, HR, and Legal on accounting-related matters.
Create and promote an environment of continuous improvement.
Perform overhead and indirect rate analysis.
Provide support for mergers and acquisitions due diligence and integration activities.
Effectively lead and manage geographically dispersed teams and resources.
Perform other duties and assist in special projects as necessary.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred.
8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a government contracting environment.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, CAS, and FAR regulations.
Experience supporting DCAA and DCMA audits.
Experience preparing or reviewing technical accounting analyses and accounting position papers.
Strong understanding of revenue recognition, lease accounting, and business combinations.
Experience with indirect rate structures, incurred cost submissions, and government contract accounting.
Experience with ERP/accounting systems used in federal contracting environments ( Deltek Costpoint preferred).
Strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
U.S. Citizenship Required
Red River offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and an exceptional work environment. You can review our benefit offerings here. If you are ready to join a growing company, please submit your resume and cover letter (optional).
EOE M/F/DISABLED/Vet
Red River is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Discrimination or harassment based upon any protected characteristics as defined by state or federal law is wholly inconsistent with our company values and will not be tolerated.
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Benefits
Vision insurance
Additional Information
Assistant Controller
Position Summary
The Assistant Controller is a highly analytical and detail-oriented accounting leader with strong technical accounting expertise and experience in a government contracting environment subject to Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role assists in leading the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department and is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with U.S. GAAP, CAS, and FAR requirements, and supporting the continued development of a compliant and scalable accounting environment.
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