Job Summary:

The Controller will manage and oversee the accounting functions for the company. The accounting functions encompasses but is not limited to general ledger reconciliations, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and other accounting tasks.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Process and oversee the accounting functions to include accounts payable, accounts receivable, balance sheet reconciliations and payroll.
Provides monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to senior leadership.
Oversees the professional growth and process improvement of the accounting team to align with successful completion of organizational goals.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Adhere to the accounting policies and procedures, review accounting policy annually, implement a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk as needed.
Review and post accounts payable transactions to include vendor invoices, expense reports and recurring vouchers.
Prepare and process weekly vendor payments via ACH and/or checks.
Prepare and enter journal entries to include but not limited to prepaids, fixed assets and accruals.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts to include bank reconciliations.
Process month end and year end close.
Process payroll and prepare payroll journal for entry into accounting system.
Manage and administer company credit card account with American Express.
Oversee the production of periodic financial reports; ensure that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.
Produce the annual budget, report significant budget differences to management.
Provide financial analysis and present monthly financials.
Work with external auditors and provide needed information for the annual ISO audit.
Coordinate with external CPA firm around taxes and shareholder transactions.
Act as the liaison for banking institution and administer the company online banking tool.
Act as liaison to DCMA and DCAA by preparing and completing annual compliance submissions and miscellaneous requests.
Manage Costpoint, Amazon and Concur licenses and subscriptions.
File monthly, quarterly, and annual reports with taxing authorities.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
File annual 1099’s with IRS and provide copy to vendors.
Identify and address any potential risks in the areas of accounting that would jeopardize the successful completion of the tasks.
Communicate with organization important information and processes that impacts and promotes a healthy financial performance to include action calendars for accounting and payroll.
Review and promote company policies and procedures that are compliant with federal and state regulations and enhances employee satisfaction and engagement.
Perform other related duties as needed or assigned.
Attend weekly and monthly meetings.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Extensive knowledge of GAAP
Knowledge with DFARS, DCAA and CAS regulations.
Proficient in Deltek Costpoint.
Excellent management and supervisory skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent analytical and attention to detail skills.
Excellent critical thinking and problem solving.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.
Ten years or more of related experience required, government contract accounting preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Remote position with occasional travel to the Columbus, Georgia office as needed.
Full time presence, Monday through Friday, 8am – 5pm local time

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Able to travel as needed.

Summit is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Summit gives preference to protected veterans.

Position descriptions serve as a guideline and may not be construed as a guarantee of employment. Summit is an at-will organization.