Assistant Controller

MPO Solutions PMCM is seeking an Assistant Controller to support the Corporate Controller in managing the firm's accounting, project financial, and reporting functions. MPO Solutions provides program management, construction management, and owner's representative services to public-sector clients across aviation, transportation, education, healthcare, and industrial sectors. The Assistant Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations in Deltek Ajera, lead the month-end close, manage project accounting and client billing, and support regulatory, audit, and contract compliance requirements unique to a professional services firm working with public agencies. The ideal candidate brings a minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience, strong command of Deltek Ajera, and the ability to supervise accounting staff in a growing organization. This is a fully on site role based out of our Irving, TX office with occasional remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations and Financial Reporting

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations, in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and project profitability analyses.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable, including vendor payments, collections, and aging review.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and monitor working capital to support operational planning.
• Assist the Corporate Controller with annual budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Support accounting for joint venture entities, including JV billing, distributions, and partner reporting.

Project Accounting and Billing

• Manage project setup in Deltek Ajera, including contract types, billing terms, rate tables, phases, and budgets, consistent with executed contracts and task orders.
• Oversee monthly client invoicing for lump sum, time and materials, cost plus fixed fee, and percent complete contracts, including preparation of supporting documentation required by public agency clients.
• Monitor work in progress, unbilled revenue, and revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606.
• Process subconsultant invoices and ensure timely payment in compliance with prompt payment statutes and contract requirements.
• Prepare project financial reports for Project Managers and leadership, including budget versus actual, earned value, and backlog.

Compliance and Internal Controls

• Prepare and maintain the firm's indirect cost (overhead) rate schedule in accordance with FAR Part 31, and support overhead rate audits by TxDOT and other agencies.
• Coordinate small business and DBE/SBE subconsultant payment reporting through B2GNow and other agency compliance systems.
• Ensure timesheet and expense compliance with company policies and federal and state contract requirements.
• Maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures, and recommend improvements as the firm grows.
• Serve as primary liaison with external CPAs for the annual financial review or audit, tax return preparation, and supporting schedules.
• Coordinate payroll processing, benefits reconciliation, and related tax filings with the payroll provider.
• Support financial documentation required for business certifications, bonding, insurance renewals, and prequalification submittals.
• Serve as a Deltek Ajera supporting accounting staff, including user setup, security roles, employee records, labor rates, and system configuration.
• Develop and maintain standard and custom reports and dashboards for leadership and Project Managers.
• Manage Ajera updates, data integrity reviews, and integration with payroll, banking, and expense applications.

Staff Supervision

• Supervise and develop accounting staff, including accounts payable, billing, and administrative personnel.
• Assign and review work to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to accounting procedures.
• Act on behalf of the Corporate Controller as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5 or more years of progressive accounting exp