Accounting Manager Corporate Budgeting & Government Compliance

Accounting Manager – Corporate Budgeting & Government Compliance

An organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead its corporate budgeting process and ensure financial compliance with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This role will be instrumental in managing company-wide budgeting activities, maintaining compliance with government contracting regulations, and providing strategic financial analysis to senior leadership.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO:
Budgeting & Financial Management
Lead the development, consolidation, and analysis of the company’s annual operating plan and periodic forecasts.
Collaborate with department heads to prepare, monitor, and adjust departmental budgets.
Analyze plan vs. actual variances and provide insightful reporting to leadership.
Develop financial models and forecasts to support strategic planning initiatives.
Cost Accounting & Government Compliance
Ensure compliance with applicable CAS and FAR requirements.
Oversee the cost structure for government contracts and ensure proper allocation of direct and indirect costs.
Maintain and update Disclosure Statements as required.
Serve as a liaison during government audits (e.g., DCAA, DCMA) and ensure audit readiness.
Support pricing proposals by ensuring cost estimates comply with FAR and CAS regulations.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Establish best practices and process improvements within the accounting function.
Coordinate with internal and external auditors, program managers, and contract administrators.
Reporting & Systems
Prepare financial reports for internal management and external stakeholders.
Prepare annual incurred cost submissions.
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of month-end and year-end closings.
Work with ERP systems (e.g., Deltek, SAP, Oracle) to extract and report financial data.

WHAT THE TEAM REQUIRES:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of accounting experience with 2+ years in a managerial role.
Strong understanding of CAS, FAR, and government contract accounting.
Proficient in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Experience with government contractors and cost accounting systems.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

WHAT THE TEAM PREFERS:
CPA, CMA, or CGFM certification.
Experience with JAMIS accounting system.
Prior experience working with DCAA/DCMA audits.