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BOWA

Assistant Controller

Mclean, VA · On-site

BOWA is looking for an Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller to join our finance team, reporting to the President & CFO. The first 4-6 months are hands-on - learning our close process, billing ...

BOWA

Assistant Controller

Mclean, VA

BOWA is looking for an Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller to join our finance team, reporting to the President & CFO. The first 4-6 months are hands-on -- learning our close process, billing ...

BOWA

Assistant Controller

Mclean, VA · On-site

BOWA is looking for an Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller to join our finance team, reporting to the President & CFO. The first 4-6 months are hands-on - learning our close process, billing ...

FVCbank

Assistant Controller (Fairfax)

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$135K - $165K/yr

Assistant Controller Department(s): Accounting Reports to: Controller Job Summary The Assistant Controller assists the Controller in directing the Bank's accounting functions. The Assistant ...

Robert Half

Assistant Controller

Ridgeway, VA · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

We are looking for an Assistant Controller to help lead accounting and financial operations for a manufacturing business in Martinsville, Virginia. This position supports accurate reporting ...

Robert Half

Assistant Controller

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

We are looking for an Assistant Controller to oversee core accounting operations for a nonprofit organization in Norfolk, Virginia. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial ...

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Assistant Controller

Mclean, VA • On-site

BOWA
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Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

BOWA is looking for an Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller to join our finance team, reporting to the President & CFO. The first 4-6 months are hands-on - learning our close process, billing cycle, and Sage 300 CRE - before growing into people-leadership over the full accounting function (GL, AP, AR, Billing, and Payroll).
BOWA recently became an ESOP company; this role gains exposure to ESOP mechanics, though deep expertise isn't required on day one. Whether a licensed CPA or working toward one, you'll get real ownership and a clear path to Assistant Controller / Controller.
Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Own Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
  • Manage Client Billing & Revenue Cycle
  • Strengthening Accounting Systems & Processes
  • Build Toward Team Leadership
  • Serve as Principal Accounting Contact for Division Leaders
  • Support ESOP & CFO-Level Financial Needs

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Own Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
  • Lead month-end close end-to-end (journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, close checklist) to deadline each month; maintain the GL and chart of accounts in Sage 300 CRE.
  • Prepare and review financial statements prior to CFO review, and proactively resolve reconciliation variances.

Manage Client Billing & Revenue Cycle
  • Own client billing accuracy and timeliness, partnering with project teams to confirm alignment with contract terms and job status.
  • Monitor AR aging to keep DSO on target and streamline the billing cycle as the business scales.

Strengthening Accounting Systems & Processes
  • Become the team's go-to expert on Sage 300 CRE, documenting key workflows (close checklist, billing steps, payroll inputs).
  • Support payroll review (commission, bonus, salary, 401(k)) and recommend automation that reduces manual work.

Build Toward Team Leadership
  • Spend the first 4-6 months learning BOWA's processes and culture before taking on direct reports.
  • Once ramped, manage the Finance Department - setting expectations, developing the team, and serving as a thought partner and backup to the President & CFO.

Serve as Principal Accounting Contact for Division Leaders
  • Act as the primary contact for division leaders on job costing, budget-to-actual, and financial reporting - building trust so accounting is viewed as a partner, not just a back-office function.

Support ESOP & CFO-Level Financial Needs
  • Assist with ESOP-related accounting mechanics (e.g., debt service flows between BOWA and the ESOP Trust) under the CFO's direction.
  • Prepare ad hoc analysis for the CFO and support requests from auditors, lenders, or the ESOP Trustee's advisors.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Growing into direct supervision of the Finance team.

Requirements for the Position:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting and 3-6+ years of progressive accounting experience; construction or project-based industry experience preferred.
  • CPA license a plus but not required - candidates pursuing licensure encouraged to apply.
  • Experience with Sage 300 CRE (or similar project accounting software) ideal but not required - ramp-up time provided.
  • Strong Excel skills and comfort with (or interest in) AI-assisted tools (e.g., Claude, Claude Cowork, ChatGPT).
  • Detail-oriented, strong communicator, discreet with sensitive information, and a genuine fit with BOWA's ownership-minded ESOP culture.

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