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Reston, VA · Remote

This is a hands-on role for someone who wants to build the financial backbone of a fast-growing ... Ensure compliance with government contract accounting requirements, including DCAA compliance, FAR ...

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Reston, VA · On-site +1

... financial statement preparation for a growth-stage company. * Experience with government contract ... While we welcome remote candidates, we have a preference for candidates in or around the Washington ...

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How much do contract remote financial controller jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract remote financial controller in Washington, DC is $125,880.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,800.00 and $146,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Remote Financial Controller vs Contract Remote Accountant?

AspectContract Remote Financial ControllerContract Remote Accountant
Required CredentialsCPA or CMA, financial management experienceCPA or equivalent, accounting certification
Work EnvironmentStrategic financial oversight, high-level reportingTransaction processing, bookkeeping, compliance
Employer & Industry UsageBusinesses seeking financial strategyOrganizations needing day-to-day accounting

The Contract Remote Financial Controller typically handles strategic financial planning and oversight, requiring advanced certifications and experience. In contrast, a Contract Remote Accountant focuses on transactional tasks and compliance. Both roles are remote, but their responsibilities and credentials differ, aligning with different organizational needs.

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Infographic showing various Contract Remote Financial Controller job openings in Washington, DC as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,880 per year, or $60.5 per hour.

Financial Controller

Colossal Contracting LLC

Annapolis, MD • Remote

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Description

Colossal Contracting, LLC is looking for Financial Controller to lead our finance and accounting teams. An ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in finance and have a background and high level of understanding of the federal contracting industry. This position will sit remote but will require monthly trips to our Annapolis, MD HQ. This position will report to our SVP of Operations and Finance.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Act as head of the accounting department, maintaining responsibility for the company's financial statements, GL, Reporting, Budgeting, Treasury, Inventory, Procurement, Job Cost, Payroll, AP, AR, tax compliance, and various special analyses. 
  • Manage the execution of all aspects of daily, monthly, and annual financial activities, with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, improving, and enforcing policies and procedures.
  • Protects assets and mitigate risk by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls. 
  • Monitors and confirms financial condition by conducting audits, providing information to external auditors. 
  • Prepares budgets by establishing schedules; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data; recommending plans. 
  • Achieves budget objectives by scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions. 
  • Provides status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data and KPI's. 
  • Supports strategic decision making with special reports, collecting, analyzing, responding, and summarizing information and trends. 
  • Complies with federal, state, and jurisdictional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; filing financial reports; advising management on needed actions. 
  • Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees, following up on work results. 
  • Maintains financial staff by assisting with the hiring process of new personnel as well as orienting, and training employees.  
  • Protects operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential. 

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in accounting within the federal contracting space.
  • MBA or Masters degree in accounting or finance preferred. 
  • Experience managing accounting tasks and staff. 
  • Thorough knowledge of all accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and financial statements. 
  • Experience with an accounting system such as . 
  • Must be analytical, detail oriented, and organized. 
  • Display ability to be an active problem solver and a good communicator. 

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Experience working with QuickBooks Enterprise Solutions
  • Experience working with Salesforce
  • Generally Tech Savvy, including proficiency in Excel and WebEx Teams
  • Exposure to government reselling and various billing platforms

Travel

  • None, this position will sit remote with occassional travel to our Annapolis, MD HQ.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

  • This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday 8:30am-5pm.

Benefits Offered

  • Competitive base salary
  • Paid Time-Off
  • 100% Employer paid Health, Vision, Dental insurance for Employee
  • 401k


Colossal Contracting, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) who takes pride in supporting our CUSTOMERS and COUNTRY. For the last 17 Years our mission is to provide our customers with groundbreaking solutions and support in all aspects of our services. Colossal Contacting, LLC is a company built on military core values and committed to the success of our customers and employees. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to be part of something greater than yourself then submit your resume for your chance to be part of the team/family.

Check Us Out : www.Colossal-LLC.com

Qualified candidates please send resumes to Joseph Gros at careers@colossal-llc.com

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