Senior Analyst, Government Accounting and Compliance

Nightwing; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company specializing in cybersecurity and intelligence as a Senior Analyst in Government Accounting and Compliance. In this key position, you'll oversee audit and compliance engagements, collaborating with government agencies while ensuring adherence to crucial regulations. This role promises a dynamic work environment with opportunities for both in-office and remote setups.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in government accounting or audit roles.
• Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, and CAS compliance regulations.
• US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Manage audit requests with DCAA and DCMA from start to finish.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition regulations.
• Support internal compliance efforts and document management.

Skills

Government accounting

Audit compliance

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

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Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Overview: Nightwing a $1.8 billion intelligence services company, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Analyst, Government Accounting and Compliance (GAC) to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role focuses on managing audit and review engagements with external Government agencies, including the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA).

In addition to serving as a key liaison during Government-facing activities, the Senior Analyst will support critical internal compliance efforts. Responsibilities include contributing to the development and maintenance of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) Disclosure Statements, preparing General Dollar Magnitude (GDM) submissions, and supporting initiatives to ensure company-wide adherence to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), agency supplements, and CAS requirements.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Government cost accounting, outstanding analytical skills, and exceptional attention to detail. This role reports to the Director of Government Accounting and Compliance and offers flexibility for either an in-office or remote work location.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison for DCAA and DCMA audits/reviews, managing the full lifecycle of Government audit requests, from receipt through completion, while ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant responses.
• Facilitate audit-related activities by coordinating with internal stakeholders (Finance, Contracts, Legal, Operations), organizing meetings, tracking deliverables, and maintaining comprehensive audit response records.
• Support the preparation, maintenance, and submission of CAS Disclosure Statements and GDM proposals.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplements (DFARS), and Cost Accounting Standards.
• Monitor evolving regulatory requirements and provide guidance to business units to ensure proactive compliance.
• Maintain organized documentation and audit trails for all compliance-related activities.
• Assist in internal reviews and process improvement initiatives to strengthen controls and ensure audit readiness.
  
  

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in government accounting, government compliance, or audit-related functions.
• Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA/DCMA audit processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Deltek Costpoint accounting systems is a plus.
• US Citizenship
  
  

Desired Skills

• CPA, CFE or other relevant certifications.
• Prior experience in a defense or government contracting environment.
• Experience working with large datasets and financial analysis tools
  
  

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

Seniority level

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Employment type

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Job function

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