Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Aerospace & Defense contractor seeks Gov’t Accounting & Compliance Specialist to oversee FAR/DFARS and CAS compliance, cost/price analysis, rate development, and DCAA/DCMA audits. SAP expertise and 5–7 years in government accounting preferred.

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Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us:

We’re a top Aerospace & Defense company delivering mission-critical systems, test solutions, and advanced equipment for U.S. military and global partners. With 60+ years of experience, we pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and reliable support across a wide range of defense programs.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to contribute your skills to high-impact defense programs while advancing your career. You’ll work on complex accounting and compliance challenges, collaborate with experienced professionals, and help drive continuous process improvement.

Job Details

About the Role
We are seeking a Government Accounting & Compliance Specialist to support complex defense and aerospace programs. The role focuses on FAR/DFARS/CAS compliance, cost and price analysis, rate development, and audit support. You will collaborate with finance leadership and program teams to maintain compliance, improve processes, and support financial decision-making.

Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain rate models; prepare and submit provisional billing rates and incurred cost submissions.
Ensure compliance with CAS, FAR, and government cost principles; maintain relevant disclosure statements.
Support audits and cost/price analyses conducted by government agencies.
Lead or participate in SAP system enhancements, reporting, and custom financial solutions.
Prepare briefings for program finance teams, executives, and cross-functional groups on accounting and rate analysis topics.
Train and mentor staff on government accounting, cost/pricing, and rate development.
Lead special projects to improve processes and reduce operational costs.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA or CPA a plus.
5–7 years of experience in government accounting, cost accounting, rate development, or audits (DCAA, DCMA, or prime contractor/subcontractor).
Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and government contracting cost principles.
Aerospace & Defense industry experience preferred.
ERP experience, preferably SAP in an EMD or production environment.
Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, vlookups, formulas).
Strong communicator, self-starter, and team leader.

Work Environment
Medium-to-large office setting.
Fast-paced, collaborative, and compliance-driven.
Moderate noise levels typical of professional offices.

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