Government Compliance Senior Specialist

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Government Compliance Senior Specialist to lead FAR/CAS/DFARS compliance in a remote role with a 9/80 schedule. You will own the CAS Disclosure Statement, prepare ICP and support FPRP, ensuring costs charged to government contracts are allowable and allocated properly.

You’ll collaborate with Finance, Accounting and Estimating, train staff on compliance topics, interface with DCMA and DCAA, and guide internal stakeholders through audits from readiness to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with relevant experience.
• Experience with FAR and DCMA/DCAA.
• Strong knowledge of CAS, cost principles, and audit support.
• Experience in defense contracting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual Incurred Cost Proposals (ICP) and ensure timely submittal.
• Support preparation and submittal of Forward Pricing Rate Proposals (FPRP).
• Support all phases of DCAA audits from readiness to resolutions.
• Advise on FAR Part 31 Cost Principles and collaborate with Finance, Accounting, and Estimating teams.
• Conduct compliance training for employees on topics such as labor charging, DFARS, and government audits.
• Lead or support ad hoc compliance projects and interface with DCMA (DACOs/ACOs) and DCAA auditors.

Skills

FAR/DFARS knowledge

DCAA audits

Cost accounting

Training delivery

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

10 years experience alternative

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Government Compliance Senior Specialist

Job Code: 45052

Job Location: Remote

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off)

Job Description:

This role requires strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). The Senior Specialist is responsible for preparing and submitting annual Incurred Cost Proposals (ICP) and supporting the development of Forward Pricing Rate Proposals (FPRP), ensuring accuracy and timeliness in accordance with regulatory requirements. The position supports all phases of DCAA audits — including incurred cost, forward pricing, CAS, and business systems audits — from readiness through resolution while maintaining productive working relationships with government auditors and implementing sustainable corrective actions. The Senior Specialist owns the CAS Disclosure Statement, including preparing revisions, identifying cost accounting practice changes, and developing cost impact analyses. Additionally, this role advises internal stakeholders on FAR Part 31 Cost Principles, collaborating closely with various functions, including Finance, Accounting, and Estimating teams, to ensure all costs charged to government contracts are allowable, allocable, and reasonable. The position also plays a key educational role within the organization, conducting compliance training for employees on topics such as labor charging, DFARS business systems, and government audit processes.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare annual Incurred Cost Proposals (ICP) and ensures timely submittal
• Support the preparation and submittal of Forward Pricing Rate Proposals (FPRP)
• Support all phases of DCAA audits (ICP, FPRP, CAS, business systems, etc.) from readiness activities to resolutions
• Provide guidance on FAR/DFARS requirements, cost accounting standards, and other government accounting and compliance topics to supported organizations
• Responsible for the CAS Disclosure Statement, including preparing and submitting revisions, identifying cost accounting practice changes, and preparing cost impact analyses
• Ensure consistency between disclosed and actual practices
• Manage government auditor relationships, negotiates audit findings, and implements sustainable corrective actions
• Advise on FAR Part 31 Cost Principles and collaborates closely with Finance, Accounting, and Estimating teams to ensure all direct and indirect cost charges to government contracts are allowable, allocable, and reasonable
• Conduct training sessions for employees on compliance subjects such as labor charging, DFARS business systems, and government audits
• Lead/support ad hoc requests and special projects regarding compliance matters
• Interface with DCMA (DACOs/ACOs), DCAA auditors, and customers as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience; Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience; Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of reconciliation of financial statements, schedule organization and indirect rate pools, and support documentation requirements
• Strong understanding of projected indirect rates and base and pool development
• Strong government accounting knowledge and experience at a defense contractor or government agency, including experience with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and working with DCMA (Defense Contract Management Agency) and DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency)

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C. area, Denver, or NYC areas is $84,000-$156,000. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, Vermont, and Virginia is $73,000-$135,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The application window for this requisition is anticipated to close December 24, 2026.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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