Controller

Summary

Join phia, LLC as an Unanet-proficient Controller supporting federal government contractors. This full-time, remote position (with occasional travel to the DMV area) requires expertise in government-compliant accounting practices. You will manage project accounting, payables, receivables, and payroll, while also handling monthly processing, reporting, and policy creation. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field (or 6 years of relevant experience), at least 4 years of experience with federal contractors, and FAR-compliant accounting expertise. phia offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive medical insurance, short-term and long-term disability, a 401k plan with a company match, tuition assistance, and flexible spending accounts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a relevant field (6 years of relevant experience may be substituted for the degree)
• Minimum 4 years of experience in accounting, specifically working for a federal contractor
• Expertise in FAR-compliant accounting practices
• Proficient in Receivables, Payables, Payroll, General Ledger, and Monthly Closings
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proficient in the full Office 365 Suite (especially Excel, Teams, and SharePoint)
• Proficient in payroll platforms such as Paylocity
• Ability to work autonomously and proactively, with a team-oriented mindset
• Employment background screening is required before starting
• US Citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Assist in contract management and proposal pricing activities
• Process invoices and organize them for weekly payment
• Prepare payables invoices with necessary GL account numbers for payment approval
• Prepare and circulate the Accounts Payable list with projected cash flow for approval
• Verify monthly insurance billings for accuracy in employee reporting
• Reconcile time records for payroll and invoicing preparation
• Populate monthly billable hour reconciliations for Project Manager review and approval
• Generate monthly Receivables invoices, get approval, and submit to customer systems for payment
• Reconcile payments
• Prepare semi-monthly Accounts Receivable listing and circulate monthly revenue reports
• Reconcile expense reports
• Present payroll for approval on a monthly or semi-monthly basis
• Process payroll and 401k contributions, with semi-monthly or monthly cycles
• Maintain automated workflows in Paylocity
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts monthly
• Prepare and submit sales tax reports and related payments
• Review and reconcile general ledger accounts such as prepaids
• Close monthly financial books and prepare accrual basis financial statements
• Populate year-to-date financial forecast model
• Monitor budget items and report on them
• Calculate wrap rates and collaborate on indirect rates
• Pull together bank borrowing certificate
• Assist with monthly financial presentations
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by leadership
• Creates Accounting Policies
• Ensures accuracy of the company’s financial statement

Preferred Qualifications

• Unanet experience is highly preferred
• Knowledge of DCAA-compliant accounting practices is a plus

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance to include dental and vision
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition and Professional Development Assistance
• Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 100% telework with occasional in-person meetings as needed
• Core business hours are 9 AM - 5 PM EST with some flexibility
• Minimal (<5%) travel