Government Contracts Compliance Manager

EY; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 105,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k)

Flexible vacation policy

Competitive compensation

Job summary

EY is hiring for a Manager in Government Contract Services (GCS) to lead engagements across the U.S. government contracting lifecycle. You will supervise teams, analyze complex data, and deliver compliant cost accounting and pricing solutions.

You will advise on FAR/CAS/DFARS requirements, respond to audits, and help clients strengthen controls and reporting. The role requires collaboration across a national team and regular travel when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, law, finance, business or related field.
• 5 to 8 years’ relevant work experience.
• Possess at least one professional designation (CPA/CFE/CFA).
• Knowledge of U.S. federal regulatory and statutory requirements (FAR, CAS, DFARS, 2 CFR 200, SCLS, DBA/DBRA, IRA).
• Experience with government contract and grant cost accounting, pricing, and audit readiness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support client engagements throughout the government contracting lifecycle.
• Manage workstreams and supervise team members.
• Analyze complex financial and operational data to develop practical recommendations.
• Help clients assess compliance risks and respond to government audits.
• Develop compliant cost accounting structures and improve processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Client communication

Project management

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, law, finance, business or related field

CPA/CFE/CFA or equivalent

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Unanet

JAMIS

SAP

Job description

EY is hiring for a Manager in Government Contract Services (GCS) to lead engagements across the U.S. government contracting lifecycle. You will supervise teams, analyze complex data, and deliver compliant cost accounting and pricing solutions.

You will advise on FAR/CAS/DFARS requirements, respond to audits, and help clients strengthen controls and reporting. The role requires collaboration across a national team and regular travel when needed.