Director of Government Contract Accounting

Michels Corporation; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Disability Insurance (STD/ LTD)

Legal Plan

Identity Theft Monitoring

Job summary

Michels Corporation is seeking a Director of Government Contract Accounting to lead all government contract accounting and costing activities, ensuring FAR and CAS compliance. The role spans multiple business units and requires establishing policies, guiding reporting, and building a high-performing team.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, effective communication with non-financial partners, and the ability to juggle priorities while driving rigorous accounting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, accounting, or related field.
• 10+ years of government contracting experience including pre-award and post-award contract management.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR and CAS and related ICP/ICS and FPRA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead Michels’ accounting and reporting for all government contracts and related costing activities.
• Ensure compliance with FAR and CAS regulations across programs.
• Collaborate cross-business unit to establish, modify policies and processes and oversee reporting requirements.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and teams.

Skills

FAR knowledge

CAS knowledge

ICP/ICS experience

FPRA experience

Certified cost data knowledge

Contract management

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or operations management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Improving America’s infrastructure isn’t for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as a Director of Government Contract Accounting can change yours.

The Director of Government Contract Accounting will lead Michels’ efforts in accounting and reporting of all government contracts and related costing activities. This position will ensure compliance with government accounting regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). This role will be cross-business and facilitate collaboration as well as communication within Michels. It involves establishing/modifying policies and processes as well as overseeing fulfillment of all relevant reporting requirements. Critical for success are the ability to juggle multiple priorities, maintain attention to detail, build a high-performing team, communicate financial concepts with non-financial individuals, and demonstrate strong analytical skills.

• We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
• We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including (depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan):
  • Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan

Why you?

• You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines
• You relish new challenges and evolving technology
• You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
• You look forward to the challenge of coordinating with multiple groups

What it takes:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or operations management, 10+ years’ experience in government contracting, including pre-award and post-award contract management or an equivalent combination.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR and CAS which includes experience with Incurred Cost Proposals/Submissions (ICP/ICS), Forward Pricing Rate Agreements (FPRA), and certified cost or pricing data requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Demonstrated experience in identifying and improving systems and procedures
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to independently develop and execute project management plans
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven, and an acceptable driving record as determined by Michels Review Team
• Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) designation (desired)
• Experience interfacing with the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) (desired)

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability