Do you have both experience and expertise in government accounting? Do you have a deep understanding of the stories and trends behind the numbers, how every transaction affects the financial statements, and do you work to learn the intricacies of the business because of the difference you know that makes in the financials? Do you have a strong ownership mindset with an incredible proactive drive that ensures initiatives pass the finish line? And do you want to make a deep impact and contribute to the continued success of a very fast-paced, constantly changing, and quickly growing organization, with the option to work remote?

If so, you may be a great fit with us as Controller, partnering with the CFO to ensure she has the sound financials needed to make effective strategic decisions that support the company's continued incredible and fast growth. You would be extremely valued and integral to our ongoing evolution and expansion. 

We specialize in the design and development of advanced photonics systems for military and commercial customers and receive a good portion of our funding through government research contracts and/or sub-contracts with prime contractors. Products and technologies include world-class solutions for coherent communications, head-mounted displays, high-power microwave sensors, LADAR/LIDAR systems, fast steering mirror sense and control systems, compact fiber gyros, high power pulsed fiber lasers, and RF beamformers.

What you can expect from us:

• Opportunity to be an integral part of a highly successful organization known for top-quality and bleeding-edge physics-based technical advancements

• A fast-paced environment where each day brings different challenges/opportunities

• A commitment to professional development with resources to learn, improve, and grow

• Ability to work with a team of talented and intelligent professionals who really enjoy working with each other

• Competitive pay with comprehensive benefits that include ESOP, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision plans, PTO, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), voluntary life insurance, short and long-term disability.

• A culture of caring and fun expressed through coordinated volunteering events on and off-site

What we'll expect from you:

• A deep understanding of our products, marketplace, and company, with the ability to translate that into financial models

• Data-driven and analytical thinking that continuously evaluates financial information for operational issues, risks, and opportunities for improvement in profitability and efficiency

• Proactive planning and forecasting with a strategic and long-term view

• The ability to provide intelligent and very concise business cases with options and clear recommendations, and the initiative and drive to steer the ship from decision through implementation

• Extraordinary leadership of the Accounting and Finance team in ensuring financial, sales, and operational data is sound and cash position is strong

• Personal assurance that all aspects of reporting strictly comply with all government accounting rules and regulations; and oversight of government contracts execution that is in compliance with federal contracting rules and regulations

• Leadership of the financial system implementations and upgrades, ensuring data integrity during fast company growth

• Experience with and strong knowledge of Government accounting

• Authorization to work in the US 

• Proven experience (5+ years) in leading finance and accounting teams in a technology-based industry 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or similar (Master’s Degree and/or CPA preferred but not required)

• Preferred: Experience with Governmental contract negotiation and management; and Subcontracting with prime contractors

SA Photonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.