Robert Half Executive Search.
Manager, Government Accounting
Robert Half Executive Search., Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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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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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