Controller

KITCO Fiber Optics, Inc.

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

At KITCO Fiber Optics, we are a leading provider of fiber optic termination products and consulting services to the military and commercial communications industry. We specialize in the design and fabrication of fiber optic tools, tool kits, and custom cable assemblies. We also produce private label kits for a number of major connector manufacturers and sell our own broad line of products. Our field services division also performs on-site termination, splicing, troubleshooting and testing support, and our training division provides hands-on training and certification programs. We are recognized within the defense industry as fiber optic connectivity experts and, for over 20 years, have customized our products and services to meet strict military standards. We are a proud part of Marmon Aerospace and Defense Group, a Berkshire Hathaway Company.

Position Overview:
The Controller is directly responsible for the business unit's accounting operations. The controller will assist in identifying and implementing corporate and local objectives; coordinate and provide direction for the location's administrative functions, including cost accounting, general accounting as necessary, budgeting, continuous improvement, site support for Electrical Platform finance, and ad hoc projects. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, extensive experience in the aerospace & defense industry, and an understanding of government contracts and regulations (FAR/DFARS). This role reports onsite to the General Manager at the headquarters office located in Norfolk, VA.

Essential Duties:

• Evaluate business performance compared to established financial and operational goals and projections.

• Ensure compliance with government contracts, including the FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement). Manage revenue recognition and cost allocation related to government contracts and programs.

• Develop and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets. Coordinate external and internal audits and address any discrepancies or issues identified.

• Evaluate all reports and maintain financial accuracy for all business processes.

• Oversee and manage the accounting department, including supervising 2-3 direct reports, ensuring team performance aligns with departmental and organizational objectives.

• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes, provide financial projections, and support strategic planning efforts. Monitor budget variances and recommend corrective actions.

• Analyze all business trends and key performance indicators to provide required explanations and/or suggest opportunities for improvement.

• Prepare reports that summarize and forecast business activity and financial position in terms of income, operating expenses, CAPEX, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations.

• Responsibility for maintaining legal contracts, insurance policies, and business documents related to business function and working with the appropriate Marmon teams as necessary.

• Maintain awareness of operations and provide direction to improve operations and staff's effectiveness and overall performance.

• Prepare and present financial justification for all capital expenditures requested by operations.

• Oversee safeguarding and periodic physical property, plant, and equipment inventories.

• Prepare the 80/20 quad and quartile analysis and provide it to the operations team. Discuss the results and develop action plans, if any.

• Maintain product margin reporting to assist management in appropriating pricing products to maximize profitability.

• Ensure compliance with internal controls as required under GAAP, SOX, and company policy; evaluate business compliance with these policies

• Administer physical inventories, analyze trends in physical inventory adjustments; also analyze reserve for slow-moving or excess inventory.

These are the general duties required to fulfill the Controller’s job description, not a detailed description of all the work needed. New duties and responsibilities may be required to meet the business’s changing demands.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or CPA preferred).

• Minimum of five years of experience in a senior finance role, ideally within the aerospace and defense sector.

• Deep understanding of government contracting regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and cost accounting standards (CAS).

• Proven experience with financial systems, ERP systems CostPoint, and advanced Excel skills.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing competing priorities.

• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in project accounting and managing long-term contracts.

• Knowledge of cost-plus and fixed-price contracts.

• Experience with DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency) audits and compliance.

• Previous work experience with a large aerospace/defense company or contractor.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer

• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment such as computers, printers, and calculators

• Occasionally lift and carry files or boxes weighing up to 20 pounds

• Visual acuity to read and interpret data on screens and paper documents

Benefits:
We are committed to supporting our employees with a competitive and well-rounded benefits package our offerings include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

• Short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD) coverage

• Life insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tuition reimbursement

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Employee discounts

• and more!

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.