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Government Accounting & Compliance Manager

FAR | DFARS | CAS | DCAA | DCMA | Federal Contracting

Are you an experienced Government Accounting professional who thrives in a highly regulated federal contracting environment? Do you enjoy serving as the expert organizations rely on to navigate complex FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA compliance requirements?

We're seeking a Government Accounting & Compliance Manager to lead critical compliance initiatives, oversee government submissions, support DCAA and DCMA audits, and ensure our accounting practices meet the highest standards of federal regulatory compliance. This is a highly visible role where you'll partner with executive leadership and influence financial strategy while serving as the company's subject matter expert on government accounting.

If you're looking for an opportunity where your expertise truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As the Government Accounting & Compliance Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring the company's accounting systems, policies, and practices comply with all applicable federal regulations while supporting the successful execution of government contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead government accounting compliance across the organization

• Develop, maintain, and improve policies and procedures to ensure compliance with:

  • Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

  • Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)

  • Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)

  • DCAA guidance

  • DCMA requirements

  • Uniform Guidance

• Prepare and oversee government submissions including:

  • Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS)

  • Forward Pricing Rate Proposals (FPRP)

  • Contract bid proposals

  • CAS cost impact and General Dollar Magnitude proposals

  • DCMA cost monitoring reports

• Serve as the primary liaison with DCAA auditors and DCMA representatives during audits, reviews, and compliance activities.

• Lead or support audits involving:

  • CAS Compliance

  • Forward Pricing Rate Proposals

  • Incurred Cost Audits

  • Timekeeping/Floor Checks

  • Paid Voucher Reviews

  • Uniform Guidance indirect cost rate audits

• Maintain and update the CASB Disclosure Statement while monitoring accounting practices for compliance changes.

• Evaluate indirect cost structures and recommend improvements that support business growth and operational efficiency.

• Analyze indirect rates and communicate financial impacts to executive leadership.

• Develop compliance training programs and educate internal stakeholders on government accounting requirements.

• Create and maintain finance and compliance policies, procedures, and documentation.

• Track audit findings and ensure timely remediation of corrective actions.

• Review and classify non-sponsored projects.

• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment while mentoring and developing staff.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a seasoned government accounting professional who combines technical expertise with strong leadership and communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline

• 5+ years of progressive government accounting or finance experience supporting U.S. Federal contracts

• Deep expertise with:

  • FAR

  • DFARS

  • Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)

  • DCAA regulations

  • DCMA compliance

  • Uniform Guidance

• Demonstrated experience preparing government submissions and supporting federal audits

• Experience managing or supporting DCAA and/or DCMA audits

• Strong understanding of indirect cost rates and government contract accounting

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently while collaborating across Finance, Contracts, Program Management, and Executive Leadership

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working directly for or closely with DCAA or DCMA

• Experience maintaining CASB Disclosure Statements

• Experience with Forward Pricing Rate Proposals (FPRP)

• Experience with Incurred Cost Submissions

• Experience supporting Cost Accounting Standards compliance initiatives

• Prior leadership or people management experience

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to become a trusted advisor within a growing organization that values technical excellence and continuous improvement. You'll work alongside executive leadership, influence strategic financial decisions, and play a key role in maintaining the integrity of our government contracting operations.

If you're passionate about government accounting, compliance, and building best-in-class financial processes, we'd like to meet you.