Subject Matter Expert - Senior Cost Accounting & Compliance SME
$150,000–$180,000 year
On-siteWashington, United States
Job Summary
Lead monthly and quarterly cost adjudication and financial compliance reviews, evaluating cost flows, overhead pools, and WBS-aligned costs for accuracy. Apply GAAP and ASC standards to complex financial decisions, conduct forensic accounting analyses, and develop repeatable adjudication processes. Prepare clear findings and recommendations for government stakeholders, including the KO, Program Manager, DCMA, and legal counsel. Support federal financial management, audit readiness, and financial oversight activities while serving as a subject matter expert on accounting and compliance. Maintain an active Secret Security Clearance and hold a CPA license.
Required Qualifications
- Active Secret Security Clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in accounting or financial management, including extensive experience with a defense contractor or defense manufacturer
- 7+ years of experience with GAAP, ASC 330/360/340-40/606, forensic accounting, and complex cost analysis
- Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or certification
- Must be able to travel to Washington, DC, approximately 1-2 times per month
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting federal financial management and communicating complex financial findings to senior leadership and government stakeholders
- Defense program finance experience, including financial analysis and reporting
- CAS/FAR familiarity, including federal cost and accounting requirements
- EVMS familiarity, including WBS and cost performance analysis
- Power BI experience, including financial reporting and data visualization
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