Principal - Comptroller Program (Top Secret Clearance Required)

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

Do you currently have a Top Secret clearance? Do you have experience in overseeing financial management, accounting and audit support functions in support of Department of Defense (DoD) programs? Do you want to play a critical role on an upcoming federal program that supports mission success? If so, then we invite you to read on.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

St. Michael's is seeking Principal - Comptroller Program candidates for an anticipated federal program. In this role, you will provide senior-level leadership and financial management expertise to ensure successful execution of the Comptroller Program's objectives. This position requires close collaboration with senior government leaders and the ability to integrate financial oversight, accounting compliance, and budget execution activities across multiple divisions. Our core values of excellence in reputation and candor will be central to this role. As part of our proposal recruiting efforts, we are building a strong bench of Key Personnel who may be called upon to join the project upon award.

LOCATION

Fort Belvoir, VA (On-Site)

WHO YOU ARE

• Previous experience directly supporting Defense Treat Reduction Agency (DTRA) highly preferred
• Minimum10+ years of progressive accounting and audit experience, preferably with direct DoD program exposure.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential
• Demonstrated knowledge of DoD financial management systems, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Strong background in audit readiness, audit remediation, and compliance.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems used in federal financial management (e.g., GFEBS, DEAMS).
• Active Top Secret security clearance (TS/SCI preferred)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide strategic oversight of accounting, audit, and financial management operations for DoD-supported programs.
• Ensure compliance with DoD financial management regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Oversee the preparation, review, and analysis of budgets, forecasts, cost estimates, and financial reports to inform decision-making and maintain fiscal accountability.
• Lead internal audit processes and coordinate with external auditors to ensure transparency, compliance, and corrective action on findings.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on fiscal law, appropriations, and DoD financial systems, advising program managers and senior leadership on financial risks and opportunities.
• Implement internal controls, risk management practices, and process improvements to enhance financial stewardship.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with program objectives and mission requirements.

This position is in support of an upcoming opportunity, contingent upon award, and we are actively gathering qualified candidates in preparation for a successful proposal submission.