Controller

Company Description

Boston Engineering improves the way people work and live through innovative product design and novel engineering. We are product designers and engineers for the Medical, Industrial, Commercial, and Defense sectors. Experts in robotics, motion control and embedded systems, DFX, and digital transformation, we are ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified. Seeking innovative, passionate self-starters who are looking to work in an environment where curiosity and drive are encouraged and rewarded. Founded in 1995, we are located in Waltham, MA. 

Job Description

Boston Engineering Corporation, an innovative product development engineering company, seeks an experienced, business-savvy Controller and financial trusted advisor with government contracting experience to lead the financial and human resources operations of its cutting-edge consulting company.

We are Boston Engineering - a team of expert engineers designing transformative products for the medical, defense, industrial, and commercial sectors. Our tight-knit culture values curiosity, innovation, and impact. We seek an action-oriented leader who shares our passion for solving tough challenges.

In this role, you will: 

• Manage all accounting operations, including payroll, AR, AP, and GL 
• Analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner to senior management 
• Provide financial leadership for annual budgeting and planning by collecting, analyzing, and consolidating data 
• Achieve budget objectives by scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions 
• Oversee and manage month and year-end financial reporting close processes 
• Prepare financial analysis for contract negotiations and product investment decisions
• Ensure compliance with government contracting regulations, including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) requirements
• Prepare for and coordinate audits, including DCAA audits and other government agency audits
• Manage all human resources operations, including PR, benefits, performance, and training 
• Lead the current accounting and human resources teams, helping to clarify roles and responsibilities 

This position is an office-based role at our Waltham, MA location.

Qualifications

The successful candidate has: 

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, MBA or CPA preferred 
• 10+ years of accounting experience, 5+ years in a consulting organization
• 4+ years managing staff
• Government cost accounting experience required 
• In-depth knowledge of government contracting regulations, including FAR and DCAA requirements
• Experience managing finance and contracts teams in accounting for projects according to FAR and DCAA guidelines 
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) 
• Understanding of human resources and compliance
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Proficiency in Unanet, ERP systems, and MS Office

Additional Information

This role is restricted to US persons (i.e., US citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Boston Engineering will require proof of status prior to employment.

**Your application will not be considered complete without a submitted writing sample.**

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.