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Sentar is seeking a Controller in Huntsville, AL!

Role Definition and Typical Duties:

Supervise employees performing financial reporting, accounting, billing, collections, payroll, program control and budgeting & planning duties. Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurement, or investment activities for all or part of the company. Develop, update and administer internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting (to include Payroll, Billing and Program Control). Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards. Prepare or direct preparation of financial statements, monthly and quarterly business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies. Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures and efficient control and utilization of financial resources. Responsible for developing and adjusting/maintaining the program level budget forecasts for each contract (or group of contracts) to include estimate to completion (ETC) and estimate at completion (EAC) tracking. Analyze the financial details of past, present, and expected operations to identify development opportunities and areas where improvement is needed. Support the corporate budget process to include all Fringe, OH, GA, M&H pools and their development and reporting. Advise management on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions. Monitor financial activities and details, such as cash flow and reserve levels, to ensure that all legal and regulatory requirements are met. Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations. Monitor and evaluate the performance of accounting and other financial staff, recommending and implementing personnel actions, such as promotions and dismissals. Develop and maintain relationships with banking, insurance, and external accounting personnel to facilitate financial activities. Receive, record, and authorize requests for disbursements in accordance with company policies and procedures. Delegate authority for the receipt, disbursement, banking, protection, and custody of funds, securities, and financial instruments. Conduct or coordinate audits of company accounts and financial transactions to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and statutes. Lead staff training and development in budgeting and financial management areas. Prepare and file annual tax returns or prepare financial information so that outside accountants can complete tax returns. Handle all aspects of employee insurance, benefits, and casualty programs, including monitoring changes in health insurance regulations and creating budgets for benefits and worker's compensation. Perform tax planning work and accrual-to-cash basis forecasting. Determine depreciation rates to apply to capitalized items and advise management on actions regarding the purchase, lease, or disposal of such items. Familiarity with FAR Subpart 44.3 – Contractor Purchasing System Review and ability to implement and maintain a compliant purchasing system. Familiarity with requirements of Quality Management System reviews/certifications (i.e. ISO 9001, AS9100, CMMI) Familiarity with requirements of ASC 606 Revenue From Contracts With Customers and ability to maintain complaint revenue recognition policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Clearance Level: Secret or ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s degree a plus

Experience:

Eight or more years of experience in a senior finance role in the Government Contracting industry. Excel – advanced level Deltek Budgeting & Planning tool – a plus Must be proficient in Deltek CostPoint – including Projects, Accounting and Reports & Analytics modules Excellent communication skills Ability to manage many details on multiple actions. Ability to work with collaboratively with executives, program managers, and corporate staff in the execution of the overall goals and mission Data extraction skills – can bring data from one database into Excel or from Excel into a database without losing data integrity In depth understanding of financial models and how they relate specifically to multiple contracts and contract types (ie. FFP, T&M, Cost Plus, Cost Reimbursable) Excellent organizational skills – tracks and manages one’s own tasks; stores and documents appropriately; can find, store, and share relevant data, inputs, and information Proficient knowledge of cost pools and pool structures The ability to manage positive, professional relationships (knowing when to follow up with manager, or other stakeholders, and when to push for information or decision tree requirements) Ability to organize meetings and know when stakeholders should be contacted or pushed for decision Ability to provide leadership and management to staff members

Benefits at Sentar:

In addition to a great culture, Sentar not only fosters an inclusive work environment but also offers an extensive benefits package designed to cater to the well-being of its employees and their families.

Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, with Health Savings or Flexible Spending Plan options Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long Term Care insurance options Group Term Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability is provided by Sentar to all qualifying employees Generous 401(k) match Competitive PTO plan that graduates quickly with years of service Other leave programs; holiday schedule along with bereavement, jury and military duty Mental health awareness programs Tuition reimbursement Professional development reimbursement Recognition and Awards programs

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Sentar is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities

Our culture is one of inclusivity and support. Sentar is proudly an Equal Opportunity and VEVRAA Federal Contractor Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities. Follow these links to learn more about your rights: EEO Is the Law Poster; EEO Is Law Supplement; and Pay Transparency.

We want you to build your career at Sentar, so if you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable workplace accommodation applying for a job or at any point in the employment process, contact the Recruiting Manager at recruiting@sentar.com. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Thank you for considering Sentar in your employment search.

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