Assistant Controller

Position Description: Valiant Solutions is seeking an **Assistant Controller** to join our rapidly growing team. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the company’s success by ensuring financial integrity, driving process improvements, and supporting organizational growth. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with hands\-on expertise in financial management systems and federal contracting regulations. As the Assistant Controller, you will be a critical member of the finance team, responsible for supporting the financial operations and ensuring compliance with government regulations, industry standards, and company policies. This role is pivotal in providing strategic financial insights, maintaining accurate financial records, and optimizing the organization’s financial performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in federal government contracting, advanced proficiency with Google Suite, and experience using Unanet for financial management. Valiant Solutions is a company that cares about its employees\- we've been named one of the **Best Places to Work** **in the Washington DC area 12 years in a row**! If you are interested in learning more about Valiant and this opportunity, we invite you to apply now! ***This position allows for 100% remote work.*** ***Remote work necessitates a high\-level trust in our employees and we strictly adhere to the details found below in our Remote Work Policy.*** **Required Experience:*** 3\+ years of proven experience as an Assistant Controller or similar financial role, within federal government contracting. * Advanced hands\-on experience with Unanet, including project accounting, reporting, and financial management functionalities. * Advanced proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) for collaboration and reporting. * Expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls. * Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic recommendations. * Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a track record of effectively managing teams. * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is strongly preferred **Key Responsibilities:** ***Financial Reporting \& Compliance**** Manage and maintain the Unanet system for project accounting, invoicing, timekeeping, and expense reporting. * Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting. * Prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP and ensure timely month\-end and year\-end close processes. ***Accounting \& General Ledger**** Oversee and assist with the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial transactions in the general ledger. * Monitor and reconcile balance sheet accounts, ensuring that all entries are in compliance with established accounting principles and government requirements. * Support the accounting team in ensuring proper