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Today, the College of Engineering is the largest college on the College Station campus with more than 25,000 engineering students enrolled in 15 departments. Its mission is to serve Texas, the nation and the global community by providing engineering graduates who are well-founded in engineering fundamentals, instilled with the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior, and prepared to meet the complex technical challenges of society.\nAs the research arm of Engineering, the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is a state agency within the Texas A&M University System with a mission to improve lives through basic and applied engineering research, workforce development and technology transition. Our collaborations with industry, academia and government provide cutting-edge solutions to global technical challenges.\nWe are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Service, by offering competitive salaries, an array of benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.\nJob Description\nPurpose:\nThe Controller (Accounting Manager), under the general direction of the Chief Financial Officer, serves as the senior accounting professional responsible for managing accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and financial compliance for INSPIRE Alliance.\nThe position plays a critical role in establishing and maintaining the financial infrastructure necessary to support INSPIRE Alliance's growth as a nonprofit corporation focused on national security, defense innovation, and applied engineering. The Controller oversees daily accounting activities, ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records, and supports compliance with federal contracting requirements, generally accepted accounting principles, and applicable nonprofit financial regulations.\nThe Controller will lead the implementation and administration of Deltek Costpoint or a comparable government-contracting accounting system to support federal contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, industry partnerships, and other sponsored activities.\nWorking closely with the Chief Financial Officer, executive leadership, program managers, and external financial partners, the Controller will develop efficient accounting processes, strengthen financial accountability, and support the corporation's expanding financial and administrative operations.\nResponsibilities:\nAccounting Operations and Financial Management\nManage daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and financial reconciliations.\nOversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.\nPrepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statements, and supporting accounting schedules.\nMaintain accurate financial records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and applicable federal and organizational requirements.\nMonitor organizational expenditures, financial transactions, and accounting activities to ensure appropriate documentation, approvals, and financial accountability.\nPrepare financial reports, budget-to-actual analyses, and other financial information for review by the Chief Financial Officer and executive leadership.\nSupport the Chief Financial Officer in preparing annual operating budgets, financial forecasts, and cash flow projections.\nFinancial Systems and Deltek Costpoint\nLead the implementation, configuration, testing, and ongoing 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programs.\nMonitor contract expenditures, funding limitations, cost allocations, and \nfinancial reporting requirements.\nSupport compliance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Office of Management and Budget Uniform Guidance, and federal cost accounting requirements.\nCoordinate with contracts, business development, and program management personnel to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting.\nSupport preparation of proposal budgets, cost estimates, indirect rate calculations, pricing documentation, and financial justifications.\nMonitor direct and indirect costs to support appropriate allocation, billing, and financial reporting.\nAssist with contract closeout, financial reconciliations, sponsor reporting, and audit documentation.\nFinancial Compliance, Internal Controls, and Audits\nDevelop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, financial procedures, and internal controls to safeguard organizational assets and ensure financial integrity.\nMaintain accounting documentation and financial records necessary to support internal and external audits.\nCoordinate accounting activities associated with annual financial audits, federal compliance reviews, and other required financial examinations.\nMonitor compliance with applicable nonprofit accounting standards, federal financial regulations, sponsor requirements, and organizational policies.\nIdentify financial discrepancies, accounting risks, and internal control weaknesses and recommend corrective actions.\nSupport preparation of applicable federal, state, and nonprofit financial filings, including required tax documentation and reporting.\nEnsure appropriate documentation, authorization, and reconciliation of financial transactions.\nOrganizational Development and Financial Transition\nSupport the continued development and expansion of INSPIRE Alliance's financial infrastructure, including accounting systems, internal controls, and administrative processes, to accommodate the corporation's growth and potential transition of accounting functions and personnel to direct INSPIRE Alliance employment.\nCoordinate with appropriate Texas A&M University System financial and administrative personnel to support accurate accounting, reporting, and financial administration.\nAssist in establishing scalable accounting processes and financial controls that support INSPIRE Alliance's expanding independent corporate operations.\nSupport the development of accounting infrastructure capable of managing increasing federal contract activity, industry partnerships, and organizational expenditures.\nParticipate in financial process improvements, organizational planning, and implementation of new accounting procedures.\nProvide accounting leadership and technical guidance as INSPIRE Alliance expands its internal financial and administrative capabilities.\nLeadership and Coordination\nSupervise, train, and provide technical guidance to accounting personnel as positions are established.\nCoordinate with the Chief Financial Officer, executive leadership, contracts personnel, program managers, and external accounting service providers.\nEstablish accounting work priorities, reporting schedules, and performance expectations.\nRespond to financial inquiries and provide accurate accounting information to support operational decisions.\nPromote a culture of accountability, professionalism, compliance, and continuous improvement.\nPerform other related financial and accounting duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.\nWhat we need:\nBachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent combination of education and experience.\nTen years of related experience to include two years of supervisory experience.\nWhat is helpful:\nExperience managing accounting functions, supervising accounting personnel, or leading financial system implementations.\nExperience with Deltek Costpoint or a comparable enterprise accounting system strongly preferred.\nExperience supporting federal contracts, government contracting, grants, sponsored programs, or nonprofit financial operations strongly preferred.\nKnowledge of federal cost principles, FAR, DFARS, Uniform Guidance, and government-contract accounting practices preferred.\nExperience preparing financial statements, supporting audits, managing project accounting, and developing accounting policies and procedures.\nCertified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or CPA eligibility preferred.\nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:\nComprehensive understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal control practices.\nKnowledge of federal contracting financial requirements, cost allocation methods, indirect cost structures, and contract accounting.\nAdvanced proficiency with accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and financial reporting applications.\nAbility to implement financial systems, develop accounting procedures, 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