Senior Director, Government Compliance and Accounting

National MS Society; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Senior Director for Government Compliance and Accounting. The successful candidate will advise leadership on compliance, lead audits, and ensure all cost accounting aligns with regulatory standards. This role involves managing budgets, optimizing processes, and engaging with government auditors, making it crucial for the company's adherence to regulations and overall success.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

Flexible work schedules

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in Government/DoD contracting, ideally in audit.
• Experience with Gov't auditors (DCAA/DCMA).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Forecast budgets, employment levels, and performance metrics.
• Conduct financial and operational audits.
• Manage productivity and expense levels within projects.

Skills

Government Contracting

Cost Accounting

Audit Skills

Business Writing

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Job ID:112191

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is an innovative and agile provider of advanced defense technology to U.S. national security customers and allies around the world. We specialize in the design, development and manufacture of advanced sensing, network computing, force protection, and electric power and propulsion, and other leading mission-critical technologies. Our innovative people are leading the way in developing disruptive technologies for autonomous, dynamic, interconnected, and multi-domain capabilities to defend against new and emerging threats. For more information and to learn more about our full range of capabilities, visit www.leonardodrs.com.

Job Summary

The Senior Director, Government Compliance and Accounting advises senior leadership on government compliance and cost accounting, leads audits and rate negotiations, and ensures alignment with FAR, DFARS, and CAS. It maintains the company's cost structure, monitors regulatory changes, and communicates key findings across all levels.

Job Responsibilities

• Forecast budgets, employment levels, and performance metrics for project or department.
• Responsible for productivity, expense levels, and asset management.
• Take ultimate responsibility within project or department for completing projects on time and within budget.
• Recommend new methods and processes related to the accounting function and presents to senior management.
• Responsible for the employment, training, motivation and discipline of the management team.
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Conduct and document financial and operational audits
• Examine records and evaluate procedures to determine the effectiveness of financial controls
• Test accounting and operational procedures to verify that they are meeting established standards. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, procedures and policies
• Prepare findings and recommendations for improvement to management
• Support operations management by evaluating existing business practices and recommending improvements
• Work with external auditors and internal resources to respond to requests for information

Qualifications

• Experience: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years in Government/DoD contracting, ideally in audit or system review, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and Cost Accounting Standards.
• Government Auditor Interaction: Experience working with Gov't auditors (DCAA/DCMA).
• Proposal Preparation: Skilled in preparing Forward Pricing Proposals, Disclosure Statements, Incurred Cost Proposals, and Home Office Multi-business unit allocations.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in Word, Excel (including charting, graphics, and presentations), and other common business technologies.
• Business Writing: Ability to write clear and concise business documents.
• Regulatory Adaptation: Capability to adapt and communicate regulations, policies, and controls to current business methodologies.
• Versatility: Able to handle unfamiliar audit subjects at short notice.
• Security Clearance: Must possess or be eligible for a DoD security clearance.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with regulatory requirements including GAAP, FASB, SOX, etc.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #Corp