scoutspace
Controller
At a Glance
- Location
- Reston, Virginia, United States
- Work Regime
- remote
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Compensation
- ss considerations. Pay range: $120,000 - $200,000.
- Posted
- 2026-07-15T23:11:43-04:00
Key Requirements
Required Skills
Certifications
- CPA
Domain Knowledge
- Accounting
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Finance
- Government
- Manufacturing
- Regulatory
Benefits & Perks
ve Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance 401k Matching Health Savings Account, F
Requirements
5-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience owning the close process and financial statement preparation for a growth-stage company.
Experience with government contract accounting, including DCAA compliance and FAR/DFARS cost accounting standards.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and audit processes.
Experience managing or transitioning outsourced accounting/bookkeeping functions, with the ability to build and lead an in-house team.
Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online or similar ERP) and supporting tools (payroll, expense management platforms).
Experience in aerospace, defense, or other government-contracting technology industries.
Compensation & Benefits
Open Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401k Matching
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care FSA
Wellness Stipend
Responsibilities
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Manage the relationship with the company's external bookkeeping firm while developing the accounting capabilities, systems, processes, and internal controls needed to support Scout’s continued growth, including transitioning accounting responsibilities in-house over time.
Maintain and continuously improve the general ledger, chart of accounts, and accounting policies to support a scaling organization.
Partner cross-functionally to develop scalable business processes that integrate accounting, procurement, inventory management, manufacturing, and quality system requirements.
Design, implement, and monitor internal controls over financial reporting and accounting processes, ensuring strong financial governance, segregation of duties, and audit-readiness as the company grows.
Ensure compliance with government contract accounting requirements, including DCAA compliance, FAR/DFARS requirements, incurred cost submissions, and government contract accounting standards.