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Manager, Government Accounting

Robert Half Executive Search., Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Overview A 1B+ global security and technology company is seeking a highly skilled Manager, Government Accounting to help expand and internalize its government contracting capabilities. This is a high-visibility individual contributor role, reporting directly to the Senior Director of Finance, with frequent interaction across finance leadership and key business stakeholders.

As the organization takes on more complex and larger-scale government contracts, this role will be critical in ensuring compliance with FAR, CAS, and DFARS regulations, overseeing DCAA/DCMA audits, and providing strategic guidance on cost structures and pricing models.

Base pay $145,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate and improve the internal controls and processes related to government compliance

Support and lead responses to DCAA/DCMA audits and RFIs

Advise sales and program teams on compliant cost structures for new bids

Ensure accurate reporting, indirect cost allocation, and cost structure alignment between commercial and government business units

Provide ongoing interpretation of CAS and FAR clauses and coordinate compliance across business functions

Interface with government agencies, audit teams, and internal leadership on contract accounting matters

Qualifications

Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s a plus)

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years supporting government contracts governed by FAR, CAS, and CASB Disclosure Statements

Strong experience with DCAA/DCMA interactions and audits

Familiarity with government billing practices and indirect rate development

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Skills

Experience with Deltek Costpoint and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365

Strong Excel and financial modeling skills

Confident communicator with the ability to work independently and advise leadership

Defense industry background preferred

Why Join

Work within a global company that combines the agility of a smaller business with the resources of a large public organization

Help build and shape a growing federal contracts function from the ground up

Gain visibility across executive leadership and the Board

Competitive compensation and benefits

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

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