<p>We’re seeking an experienced Controller to lead and oversee all accounting operations, including managing a documented system of accounting policies and procedures, supervising outsourced functions, and ensuring the accounting department is structured to meet organizational goals. This role is responsible for timely execution of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, bank reconciliations, and debt payments, while maintaining the chart of accounts and strong internal controls over all transactions. The Controller will deliver accurate and timely financial statements, coordinate the annual report, develop and monitor budgets and forecasts, analyze variances, and provide meaningful financial and operational metrics to leadership. Additional responsibilities include producing management cost reports, supporting annual audits by coordinating with external auditors, monitoring debt compliance, and ensuring adherence to all local, state, and federal reporting and tax requirements. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration and brings 10+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience; CPA or CMA credentials are strongly preferred.</p>
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will contribute across core accounting functions, including payroll, payables, receivables, reconciliations, tax support, and period-end close activities. The position is well suited for an accounting specialist who can maintain accurate financial records, support compliance requirements, and provide dependable reporting for business operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle day-to-day accounting transactions by recording invoices, payments, and other financial activity across multiple business units.<br>• Support monthly and annual close processes by preparing reconciliations, journal entries, and related account analysis.<br>• Administer payroll for weekly and biweekly cycles, ensuring accurate processing of earnings, deductions, garnishments, and off-cycle payments.<br>• Monitor payroll tax activity and assist with federal, state, and local filings, including year-end wage reporting and quarterly tax submissions.<br>• Prepare and issue customer billings, apply incoming payments, and reconcile accounts receivable balances to the general ledger.<br>• Review outstanding receivables, distribute aging reports, and follow up on overdue balances to improve collections.<br>• Process vendor invoices, maintain supplier records, coordinate payment runs, and reconcile accounts payable balances and statements.<br>• Organize financial documentation for audit requests, assist with budget-related work, and maintain records in accordance with company and regulatory standards.<br>• Provide guidance to employees and managers on payroll timekeeping procedures and support upkeep of QuickBooks Time configurations.<br>• Complete additional administrative or operational tasks assigned by leadership in support of department needs.
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee financial strategy, governance, and performance for our Albuquerque, New Mexico operations. This position serves as a key advisor to business leadership, helping guide planning, investment decisions, and operational priorities through clear financial insight. The role also ensures strong controls, reliable reporting, and compliance with corporate standards while supporting research programs, funded initiatives, and long-term business growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the finance function for the Albuquerque, New Mexico business, providing direction on financial strategy, governance, and day-to-day oversight.<br>• Partner with operational, technical, and executive leaders to deliver analysis that supports informed decisions on performance, growth, and resource allocation.<br>• Direct budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities, ensuring alignment with broader finance policies and reporting expectations.<br>• Review monthly financial results, management reports, and key performance indicators to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.<br>• Guide financial oversight for research and development efforts, including project costing, spend tracking, and compliance with external funding requirements.<br>• Build business cases, scenario models, and investment analyses to support strategic initiatives, partnerships, and commercial opportunities.<br>• Contribute financial leadership to pricing discussions, contract evaluations, and funding arrangements, including government-supported programs.<br>• Strengthen internal controls, reporting discipline, and governance practices to support statutory compliance and future capital markets readiness.<br>• Manage and develop the local finance team, including oversight of the Financial Controller and future accounting staff, to ensure effective execution of finance operations.
<p>Federal Contract Billing Specialist / Federal Contracts Accountant needed for a contract-to-hire or direct hire opportunity with a federal contractor in Rio Rancho, NM. This fully onsite role supports complex government contract billing and accounting functions, including invoice review and processing, assigning charges to the correct contract line items or task orders, and properly distinguishing reimbursable versus non-reimbursable expenses. This person will work closely with the Assistant Controller and Controller, support billing cycles and month-end activity, and help manage a growing workload in a paperless, systems-driven environment. Ideal candidates will have hands-on federal contract billing experience, strong accounting and billing fundamentals, high attention to detail, and the ability to navigate compliance-driven invoicing processes. Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional extra hours during busy periods. Salary target is $65,000 to $70,000 with strong benefits offered upon hire.</p>