Government Accounting & Compliance Leader

Woodward FST; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Woodward is seeking a senior finance role focused on government contracts and grants. The position involves managing financial systems, providing technical accounting guidance, and ensuring accurate financial reporting for government programs.

Successful candidates will oversee audits, develop project plans and budgets, and lead accounting staff while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strong knowledge of FAR, CAS, and GAAP is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of government accounting principles, FAR, CAS.
• Oversee design, implementation, and maintenance of financial systems for contracts/grants.
• Ensure accuracy of financial reports related to government contracts and grants.

Responsibilities

• Financial System Management: design, implement, maintain systems for government contracts and grants.
• Technical Accounting: provide guidance to ensure compliance with government accounting standards.
• Financial Reporting: ensure accuracy/completeness of reports on government contracts and grants.
• Audit Support: lead audits and respond to auditor inquiries.

Skills

Government Accounting

Financial Systems

Technical Accounting

Financial Reporting

Audit Support

Project Management

Technical Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Financial software

Excel

Analytical tools

Job description

Woodward is seeking a senior finance role focused on government contracts and grants. The position involves managing financial systems, providing technical accounting guidance, and ensuring accurate financial reporting for government programs.

Successful candidates will oversee audits, develop project plans and budgets, and lead accounting staff while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strong knowledge of FAR, CAS, and GAAP is required.