Growing government services/defense-focused organization seeking a hands-on Director of Finance to lead all accounting and finance operations. This position will oversee the accounting team, financial reporting, month-end and year-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, payroll, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and audit coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and develop the Finance and Accounting team, including performance management and process improvement initiatives.

· Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, billing, payroll, project accounting, and financial reporting.

· Manage the monthly and annual close processes, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.

· Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and compliance procedures.

· Partner with senior leadership and operational teams to support strategic decision-making through financial analysis and reporting.

· Support budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and overall financial planning activities.

· Oversee project and contract accounting, including revenue recognition, invoicing, cost tracking, and financial reporting.

· Coordinate annual audits and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, contractual requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

· Manage employee benefit-related financial administration and payroll processes.

· Drive continuous improvement of financial systems, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiencies.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

· 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.

· Prior leadership experience managing accounting and finance teams.

· Strong background in financial reporting, payroll, internal controls, budgeting, and forecasting.

· Government contracting, project accounting, and compliance experience strongly preferred.

· Advanced Excel and ERP system proficiency.

· Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.