Controller - Government Contractor Engineering & Manufacturing

Job DescriptionJob Description Controller - Government Contractor Engineering & Manufacturing LBI is a growing engineering, R D, and manufacturing company supporting government and defense-related programs. We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead financial operations, government contract compliance, and strategic financial management in a fast-paced technical manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with government contracting, cost accounting, manufacturing operations, and financial controls, along with the ability to work closely with executive leadership on strategic business development initiatives. About Us We specialize in advanced engineering, composites, manufacturing, and technical development programs supporting government and commercial customers. Our work environment combines innovation, hands-on problem solving, and mission-focused execution. Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing relevant government contracting and manufacturing finance experience. Key Responsibilities Oversee all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting activities Manage monthly and annual financial close processes Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, DCAA, and government contract accounting requirements Maintain and improve internal financial controls and accounting procedures Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions Manage indirect rates, job costing, labor reporting, and contract profitability analysis Coordinate annual audits, government audits, and tax filings Develop financial dashboards and KPI reporting for management Support pricing proposals, contract negotiations, and government bid submissions Work closely with operations, engineering, manufacturing, and executive management teams Assist with cash flow management, banking relationships, and strategic planning Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required CPA preferred 5+ years of Controller or senior accounting leadership experience Experience in government contracting, engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, naval, or defense industries strongly preferred Strong understanding of

FAR, DCAA

compliance, and cost accounting standards Experience with inventory systems and manufacturing accounting Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills Ability to handle confidential information and operate in a highly professional environment Preferred Experience Government cost-plus and fixed-price contract accounting Manufacturing inventory and labor tracking systems Project accounting and earned value management Multi-entity or rapidly growing business environments Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Performance bonus opportunities Health insurance Paid vacation and holidays Retirement plan Long-term growth opportunities within a high-technology engineering organization Company DescriptionLBI has 55 years of experience designing & building innovative technology solutions for the undersea, maritime, defense and commercial space, with a particular specialty in marine composite systems. It is a one stop shop for design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing of composite and steel hull structures, mooring systems, weather data collection buoys, underwater vehicles, and UUV launch and recovery systems in the growing undersea defense marketplace. LBI is positioned well to supply the growth of the submarine fleet and unmanned systems for national defense. Some of our customers include the Office of Naval Research, Carderock Naval Surface Warfare Center, Naval Undersea Warfare Center Newport, NOAA, Electric Boat, Newport News Shipyard, Bath Iron Works, General Dynamics Mission Systems. Applied Physical Science, General Dynamics Information Technology and NIWC San Diego. Defense Logistics Agency. LBI Fiberglass is the Composites Distribution division of LBI. LB Fiberglass distributes a full line of composite products and equipment to for composite manufacturing, repair, coatings, etc. This includes all of the proprietary polymer products that LBI has developed for our DOD contracts over many years. www.lbicorp.com www.lbifiberglass.comCompany DescriptionLBI has 55 years of experience designing & building innovative technology solutions for the undersea, maritime, defense and commercial space, with a particular specialty in marine composite systems. It is a one stop shop for design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing of composite and steel hull structures, mooring systems, weather data collection buoys, underwater vehicles, and UUV launch and recovery systems in the growing undersea defense marketplace. LBI is positioned well to supply the growth of the submarine fleet and unmanned systems for national defense. Some of our customers include the Office of Naval Research, Carderock Naval Surface Warfare Center, Naval Undersea Warfare Center Newport, NOAA, Electric Boat, Newport News Shipyard, Bath Iron Works, General Dynamics Mission Systems. Applied Physical Science, General Dynamics Information Technology and NIWC San Diego. Defense Logistics Agency.\r\nLBI Fiberglass is the Composites Distribution division of LBI. LB Fiberglass distributes a full line of composite products and equipment to for composite manufacturing, repair, coatings, etc. This includes all of the proprietary polymer products that LBI has developed for our DOD contracts over many years.\r\n\r\nwww.lbicorp.com www.lbifiberglass.com