We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a growing organization in Beltsville, Maryland, in a fully onsite capacity. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can provide strong financial oversight, guide an established team, and operate effectively in a public company setting. The role offers the chance to support a complex, evolving business with significant scale while partnering closely with leadership to maintain accurate reporting and compliance. Responsibilities: • Direct the month-end close cycle to ensure deadlines are met and financial results are accurate and well supported. • Evaluate account reconciliations, financial statements, and related analyses to uphold reporting quality and consistency. • Oversee the day-to-day performance of the accounting function, ensuring workflows are organized and controls are followed. • Lead, coach, and review the work of a multi-person team across accounting and payroll operations. • Manage payroll oversight, including processes involving union and certified payroll requirements. • Maintain adherence to regulatory, reporting, and internal control standards within a public company environment. • Coordinate with the parent organization on financial submissions, approvals, and other required reporting activities. • Support accounting process continuity, knowledge transfer, and operational readiness during leadership transition and future system conversion efforts.

• Active CPA designation is required. • Demonstrated experience serving at the Controller level with responsibility for team leadership and financial review. • Background in construction accounting is strongly preferred. • Prior experience in public accounting is highly valued. • Working knowledge of public company compliance and reporting expectations is required. • Familiarity with union payroll and certified payroll practices is preferred. • Experience with month-end close, staff supervision, and accounting systems such as Great Plains and Spectrum is beneficial.

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Beltsville, MD
onsite
Temporary / Contract
71.25 - 82.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a growing organization in Beltsville, Maryland, in a fully onsite capacity. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can provide strong financial oversight, guide an established team, and operate effectively in a public company setting. The role offers the chance to support a complex, evolving business with significant scale while partnering closely with leadership to maintain accurate reporting and compliance. Responsibilities: • Direct the month-end close cycle to ensure deadlines are met and financial results are accurate and well supported. • Evaluate account reconciliations, financial statements, and related analyses to uphold reporting quality and consistency. • Oversee the day-to-day performance of the accounting function, ensuring workflows are organized and controls are followed. • Lead, coach, and review the work of a multi-person team across accounting and payroll operations. • Manage payroll oversight, including processes involving union and certified payroll requirements. • Maintain adherence to regulatory, reporting, and internal control standards within a public company environment. • Coordinate with the parent organization on financial submissions, approvals, and other required reporting activities. • Support accounting process continuity, knowledge transfer, and operational readiness during leadership transition and future system conversion efforts.
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z