Senior Project Controller

The posting, as LINK wrote it

Who We Are: LINK is a fast-growing Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) that leverages human-centered design to support strategy, innovation, communication, change, and branding within the federal government and adjacent industry partners. At LINK, we partner with engineers, futurists, and thought leaders to untangle complexity, discover opportunity, and communicate clearly with visual stories.

Let us be your partners in change.

About the Opportunity

The Senior Project Controller is responsible for the financial oversight, operational coordination, and compliance management of assigned government contracts and projects. This role partners closely with Program Managers, Contracts, Accounting, Billing, Procurement, and HR to ensure projects are financially sound, properly funded, compliant with contract requirements, and positioned for successful execution.

The Project Controller serves as a key financial and operational partner to Program Managers, providing analysis, forecasting, funding oversight, procurement coordination, and risk identification throughout the project lifecycle. The role requires a strong understanding of government contracting, financial management, project controls, and the unique requirements of government-funded programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Project Management, or a related field.
• 7–10+ years of experience in project controls, project accounting, financial management, or a related role within the government contracting industry.
• 5+ years of experience supporting program and/or project management in a government contracting environment.
• Experience working within a mid-sized government contractor environment ($50M+).
• Deep understanding of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and government contract requirements.
• Experience with government contract types, including Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) and Time-and-Materials (T&M).
• Experience with government procurement processes, subcontract management, and Other Direct Costs (ODCs).
• Knowledge of government contractor purchasing systems and compliance requirements.
• Experience with government accounting and ERP systems; Deltek Costpoint experience strongly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial analysis, forecasting, and modeling.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze project financial data, identify variances, and communicate actionable insights.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with Program Managers and senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing or coordinating vendor, subcontractor, or consultant relationships.
• Strong understanding of project financial controls, budgeting, forecasting, and funding management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or MBA in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• CPA, CMA, PMP, or similar professional certification.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) contracts.
• Experience with DCAA-compliant accounting systems

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and opportunities to improve project financial management, procurement coordination, and reporting.

• Contribute to the development and standardization of project control processes across the organization.
• Maintain and improve internal accounting and project financial controls.
• Train and support Program Managers and other stakeholders on financial management, procurement, funding, and project control best practices.
• Promote consistent, accurate, and compliant financial management practices across projects.

Work Schedule

• Full time, 40 hours per week
• Some travel required to attend relevant events and conferences, and participate in LINK team events

Salary: LINK is committed to offering competitive compensation. While the salary range for this position is $115,000 - $150,000 , your final offer may be adjusted based on factors such as experience and location.

Benefits

• $100 monthly internet/cell phone stipend
• $150 monthly commuter stipend for eligible participants
• LINK sponsored healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision
• Company-paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with employer contribution of up to 4%
• 11 Federal Holidays per year
• 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
• Paid Holiday Time Off (Christmas Eve through the New Year)
• Annual bonus plan participation
• Annual profit sharing participation
• $2,000 Learning and Development program reimbursement
• Technology package that includes a LINK-owned MacBook Pro, monitor, mouse and keyboard

LINK is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, local, and federal law.

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact Human Resources to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.