Controller / Accounting Manager (GovCon)

Location: Dallas, TX (100% onsite – 5 days/week)
Industry: Government Contracting
Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnered with a rapidly growing government contractor that is seeking a Controller or Accounting Manager to join its Dallas-based team. This is a highly visible, hands-on role supporting day-to-day accounting operations while also helping guide an upcoming ERP transition from QuickBooks to Deltek Costpoint.

This position is ideal for a GovCon accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable working onsite with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Manage and improve accounting processes in a government contracting environment
• Ensure compliance with GovCon regulations (including FAR, CAS, DCAA readiness)
• Support audits and interface with external auditors and advisors
• Lead or support implementation of Costpoint (transitioning from QuickBooks)
• Assist with financial analysis, budgeting, and internal reporting
• Partner with leadership to drive operational and financial improvements

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required
• 6+ years of accounting experience; GovCon experience strongly preferred
• Experience at either:
  • Accounting Manager level, or
  • Controller / Assistant Controller level
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks required
• Transition experience with Deltek Costpoint strongly preferred

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