Government Compliance and Cost Accounting Manager

Government Compliance and Cost Accounting Manager

The person holding this position will perform various tasks including regulatory review and interpretation of current and proposed contracts clauses, preparation of the Annual Indirect Cost submission,.food Forward Pricing Rate Proposal, review of transactional data for allowability and allocability, labor compliance reviews and federal training. This person will be expected to provide professional-level guidance on government regulations, such as Truth in Negotiation Act (TINA), Certified Cost or Pricing Data, FAR, CAS, Internal Company Policies, and other Federal Agency requirements.

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The ideal candidate should have a background in federal contract management, cost allowability, cost pricing for awards with substantial subcontractor participation, experience in supporting pricing or estimating business systems and Incurred Cost Submissions. They should also have some knowledge of CAS Indirect Rates.

• Support and streamline the preparation of the annual incurred cost submission, including all main schedules and supporting data/supplemental schedules.
• Assist in preparation and development of forward pricing rate proposals (FPRP).
• Assist in preparation and development of cost impact proposals resulting from accounting changes.
• Monitor indirect rates and provide analyses based on multiple scenarios.
• Analyze transactional data for allowability and allocability in accordance with FAR and CAS.
• Develop and recommend estimating narratives and assumptions based on historical cost and projected future costs.
• Analyze key cost elements such as:
  General Conditions (labor, travel, materials, other Direct costs (ODC), Indirect rates (Overhead, G&A, Fringe), Insurance rates, car allowance, IT rates, Bonding and Subcontractor cost.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Purchasing, Estimating, Cost Engineering, Subcontracts, Small Business Offices, FPA and Budgets, and HR on specific proposals.
• Interface with client and external auditors to ensure understanding of financial data, methodology, and applicability under appropriate government regulations.
• Advise on pre-contract discussions and negotiations of contract awards, as appropriate.

• A BS degree from an accredited college/university in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business (or equivalent) is required.
• 3+ years of experience in federal contracts estimating, pricing or financial analysis including pricing strategies and ability to develop or deliver price strategy presentations or analysis.
• Experience with pricing in the federal and federally funded proposals especially Firm Fixed Type and GMP contracts with multiple subcontractors.
• High knowledge of CAS/FAR/DFARS and other applicable government regulations.
• Experience responding to project owners or their auditors, DCAA and/or DCMA or other Government Audit Agencies.
• Knowledge of Microsoft products, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Careful attention to detail and reliability of output.
• Possession tipo excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with SAP, Work traury, and Coupa are a plus.
• Knowledge of running CAS Indirect rate reports from SAP would be an added advantage.
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence:
  Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships.

This is an active, hands‑on role. You can expect to be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You’ll need to be comfortable frequently lifting келе materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

This role requires the ability to communicate effectively, as well as visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting workaxb. The role does include desk time in the office that may require prolonged periods of sitting for tasks like computer work, document review, and meetings.

You’ll spend a significant amount of your time on active…