Controller/Vice President of finance

Our client, a leading governemthn contracting VR/Simulation firm is seeking a Controller./Vice Presidnet of Finance PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE CRITERIA!
Location: Orlando, FL (Hybrid – 3–4 days onsite)
Compensation: Competitive base + bonus 

Overview

Aprivate equity-backed government contracting technology company is seeking aController / VP of Finance to lead the finance function during a pivotal growth phase. With strong positioning across federal and commercial markets, the company is well positioned for a potential liquidity event in the next 2–3 years.

This role offers a a great opportunity for a high-impact leader who can elevate financial operations, drive strategic insight, and partner closely with executive leadership.  Wonderful culture and team in place! 

The Opportunity

• Step into the top finance role (reporting directly to the CEO and President) as the incumbent retires
• Join astable, well-run organization with strong processes already in place
• Lead a lean, high-performing team (3–4 direct reports across Finance, HR, and Contracts)
• Play a key role inscaling operations and preparing for potential exit/diligence activities
• High visibility with executive leadership and private equity stakeholders

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects ofaccounting, finance, FP&A, treasury, and financial reporting
• Owngovernment contracting finance infrastructure, including indirect rates, incurred cost submissions, and audit readiness (DCAA/DCMA)
• Drivebudgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, providing actionable insights to leadership
• Partner with Program and Operations teams to improvefinancial discipline, margin performance, and forecasting accuracy
• Overseemonth-end close, revenue recognition, and GAAP-compliant reporting
• Prepare and presentBoard-level financial reporting packages
• Supportpricing strategy, corporate development, and potential M&A or diligence activities
• Enhance systems, reporting, and processes to support continued growth
• Managebanking relationships, cash flow, and liquidity planning

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, with a strong foundation ingovernment contracting
• Experience supportingFFP, T&M, Cost-Plus, and IDIQ contract structures
• Deep knowledge ofDCAA compliance, FAR/CAS, indirect rate structures, and audit processes
• Experience withDeltek Costpoint strongly preferred
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams
• Background in aprivate equity-backed or high-growth environment preferred
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior leadership and stakeholders
• CPA and/or MBA preferred

Leadership Profile

• Collaborative, communicative, and solutions-oriented leader
• Strong business partner to Program and Operations leadership
• Data-driven with a focus oncontinuous improvement and execution
• Comfortable in afast-paced, evolving, and high-visibility environment
• Brings anownership mindset and thrives in performance-driven cultures

Additional Details

• Hybrid schedule with a preference forin-office presence (3–4 days/week initially, potentially flexing to 3 days)
• Exposure to bothgovernment and commercial revenue streams
• Equity participation may be available for the right candidate

This is an excellent opportunity for aController ready to step into a CFO-track role or aVP-level finance leader looking to drive impact within a PE-backed government contracting technology company.