Government Accounting & Compliance Analyst 3

Job description:

This is a hybrid role and can be located in Cambridge MA or Reston VA.

We are looking for an experienced Government Accounting & Compliance Analyst to join the Government Compliance Team.
This is a highly visible and impactful role that will be relied upon to ensure our business systems are compliant with DFARS regulations and internal policies and procedures.
In addition, the successful candidate will apply professional expertise to execute the day-to-day aspects of government cost accounting.

The candidate will perform various tasks pertaining to cost accounting compliance for government contracts, including regulatory review and interpretation for current and proposed contracts, preparation of annual cost-related submissions and supporting documentation, ongoing monitoring and review of transactional data for allowability and allocability, and providing support, training and guidance to ensure we comply with applicable regulations.

The position will interface with a nearly all areas, including Internal Audit, Contracts / Subcontracts, Procurement, Property, Programs, Engineering, Legal, and Business Winning.

The right candidate is a highly motivated, energetic, and experienced individual that is keen on making significant and positive impacts to the company.
Develop, implement and maintain government accounting and estimating policies and procedures that comply with Federal regulations

Responsible for supporting estimating system compliance; including training, system adequacy, policies and procedures, maintenance of centralized proposal center, real-time estimating compliance testing

Assist team in researching and interpreting Federal regulations to make determinations of allowability and compliance with regulations

Provide Government accounting expertise in support of preparation and submission of Government submissions Serve as the DCMA cost monitors point of contact and Support DCMA cost monitoring activities (quarterly rates, planning, RFIs, and reporting)

Lead or co-lead external DCMA audits and reviews Monitor business systems effectiveness and compliance through audits and reviews Provide analysis of results, develop corrective actions in coordination with the Business System owners and key process stakeholders, follow up on corrective action plans and perform audit closeout activities

Collaborate with the Business System owners, key process stakeholders, group compliance focal points and Internal Audit Support proposal pricing for other than forward pricing proposals Maintain current knowledge on FAR, FAR Supplements, CAS, and DCAA accounting compliance

Develop, coordinate, and/or conduct compliance-related training as needed

Ensure adherence to pertinent regulatory requirements and to departmental/company policies, practices, and procedures Support financial initiatives/special projects

Perform all other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelors Degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Business, Law or related discipline

Experience: At least 5 years of experience in a financial, legal, operations, government accounting, government pricing, government contracts, audit, program / project management

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above Work experience with or for the DCAA and/or DCMA

Skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Strong written and oral skills

Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of database structures for data extraction from PeopleSoft; advanced Excel skills needed Strong oral and written communication skills necessary, as is ability to cultivate critical inter- and intra-departmental working relationships, foster an environment of cooperation and trust and effectively meet deadlines while providing a high level of customer service

Familiarity with Uniform Guidance and OMB regulations preferred

A demonstrated ability to be proactive and forward thinking in a fast-paced environment is also required.

Security Requirement: Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelors Degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Business, Law or related discipline

Experience: At least 5 years of experience in a financial, legal, operations, government accounting, government pricing, government contracts, audit, program / project management An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above Work experience with or for the DCAA and/or DCMA
Skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Strong written and oral skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of database structures for data extraction from PeopleSoft; advanced Excel skills needed Strong oral and written communication skills necessary, as is ability to cultivate critical inter- and intra-departmental working relationships, foster an environment of cooperation and trust and effectively meet deadlines while providing a high level of customer service Familiarity with Uniform Guidance and OMB regulations preferred A demonstrated ability to be proactive and forward thinking in a fast-paced environment is also required. Security Requirement: Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

This is a hybrid role and can be located in Cambridge MA or Reston VA.

We are looking for an experienced Government Accounting & Compliance Analyst to join the Government Compliance Team.
This is a highly visible and impactful role that will be relied upon to ensure our business systems are compliant with DFARS regulations and internal policies and procedures.
In addition, the successful candidate will apply professional expertise to execute the day-to-day aspects of government cost accounting.

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $

Salary Max : $

Currency Type : USD