• Own inventory valuation, reconciliation, and cycle/physical count auditing across client portfolios • Ensure accuracy between physical counts and system records; investigate and resolve variances quickly • Apply and maintain appropriate costing methodologies (FIFO, LIFO, weighted average) by client and industry • Identify and reduce shrinkage, obsolescence, and carrying cost exposure • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP • Deliver detailed inventory reports, COGS analysis, and gross margin insights tailored to each client's business model • Build and maintain management reporting packages that drive real decisions, not just check compliance boxes • Analyze supply chain metrics including inventory turnover, days-on-hand, and reorder points • Develop and implement procedures to prevent stockouts, reduce overstocking, and improve working capital efficiency • Partner with operations and fulfillment teams to align financial controls with day-to-day workflows • Lead ERP and inventory software implementations, migrations, and optimization projects • Train client staff on accounting procedures, controls, and system best practices • Maintain data integrity across platforms and ensure audit-ready records at all times • Serve as a trusted financial advisor to founders and leadership teams on cash flow, purchasing strategy, and growth planning • Provide budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling with particular focus on inventory investment and COGS • Proactively flag financial risks and opportunities — you're a partner, not just a reporter • Participate in developing and supporting strategic & financial plans • Support with new revenue streams • Due Diligence, ASC606, equity, GAAP compliance, Audit Preparation • Support pricing decisions. Provide analysis to determine appropriate annual bill rate changes. Review PCEs and client contracts and help determine payment schedules. • Provide overall financial oversight and monitoring, including weekly cash flow forecasting, monthly financial close, and annual budgeting process. • Oversee client risk management, business insurance, and legal activities, including customer contracts, leases, and other legal documents and agreements. • Manage all accounting operations, including invoicing, A/R, A/P, general ledger, and project accounting. • Manage month-end and year-end financial close process. • Monitor the financial performance of clients. • Prepare timely monthly reporting, including financial statements, project profitability, and team utilization. • Evaluate variances in business results against plans/targets and provide business insights to help drive management decisions. • Manage cash and required draws on the line of credit. • Oversee accounting processes and systems to improve controls and drive efficiency. Optimize existing financial systems (QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, and Expensify) and/or adopt new financial systems as appropriate. Ensure all accounting processes and policies are well-documented. • Manage relationships with banks, tax accountants, and corporate insurance providers. • Manage, oversee, and execute administrative and operational functions.

• Lead general ledger activities firmly in a remote-first environment. • Ensure accurate, timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with U.S. GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards (including ASC 958). • Maintain and enhance strong internal controls across distributed teams, field operations, and growing program scale. • Develop, document, and update accounting policies and procedures to promote consistency, scalability, and audit readiness. • Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team; set clear performance expectations, foster professional growth, and build capacity for organizational expansion. • Support the Grants and Contracts team ensuring accounting compliance with 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance) and sponsor-specific requirements for federal, state, and foundation grants. • Direct indirect cost allocation methodologies, recovery processes, and monthly indirect rate statements; partner with CFO and Grants and Contracts team on NICRA negotiations and rate applications. • Oversee accounting for restricted and unrestricted contributions in compliance with ASC 958. • Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and lead preparation and coordination of annual financial statement audits and Single Audits (as applicable).

Job Title: Controller Location: Remote Position subject to background investigation   About Us: Invictus Associates, LLC is a woman-owned small business founded in 2012 and headquartered in Roseland, VA. We specialize in government contracting, maritime maintenance, and U.S. Navy operations. Our team takes pride in delivering high-quality services with a focus on compliance, efficiency, and innovation.   Position Overview: Invictus Associates is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and versatile Controller to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with QuickBooks, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications, along with knowledge of government contracting requirements and DCAA compliance. This role requires an individual who is organized, adaptable, and eager to learn new skills in a dynamic environment. The Controller will play a key role in managing the company’s financial operations, maintaining accurate accounting records, supporting government contract compliance, and contributing to the overall financial health and operational growth of the organization. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, maintaining strong internal controls, and working closely with leadership to support sound financial management and strategic decision-making.   Key Responsibilities: The Controller will be responsible for overseeing the company’s financial management and accounting operations, including but not limited to: • Managing day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and bank reconciliations. • Maintaining the integrity of financial records and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. • Overseeing accounting processes within QuickBooks Desktop, ensuring proper job costing and allocation of direct and indirect expenses. • Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting leadership with financial analysis and reporting. • Supporting government contracting compliance, including DCAA requirements, FAR cost principles, and proper accounting treatment of contract costs. • Assisting with the preparation and monitoring of indirect rates, provisional billing rates, and cost allocations. • Supporting contract invoicing, including cost-type, T&M, and fixed-price contracts as applicable. • Preparing financial documentation for audits, contract reviews, or government requests. • Supporting preparation of information required for DCAA submissions, tax filings, and other regulatory reporting. • Maintaining internal controls and improving accounting processes to ensure efficiency and compliance. • Collaborating with leadership on budgeting, financial planning, and business growth initiatives. • Assisting with financial aspects of proposal preparation, pricing, and contract administration when needed. • Supporting HR and payroll-related financial activities, including benefits accounting and payroll reconciliation.   Qualifications: - Minimum of 5–7 years of accounting experience, preferably including government contracting. - Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Desktop and Microsoft Excel. - Experience working with government contracts and DCAA-compliant accounting practices. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail. - Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Strong organizational and communication skills. - Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred but not required).     What We Offer: - Competitive salary based on experience. - Professional development and training opportunities. - Flexible and supportive work environment. - Opportunity to grow with a small business making a big impact in the defense contracting space.

• Establish, standardize, and continuously strengthen internal controls across global supply chain processes • Ensure timely, accurate, and globally consistent reporting of supply chain financial results • Lead global design and deployment of standardized processes, systems, and policies across all regions and supply chain operations • Serve as the Controllership lead for major global supply chain transformation programs • Act as the primary Controllership point of contact for global supply chain financial governance