Strategic Director, Government Contracts Accounting

Michels Corporation; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Disability Insurance (STD/ LTD)

Legal Plan

Identity Theft Monitoring

Job summary

Michels Corporation is seeking a Director of Government Contract Accounting to lead all government contract accounting and costing activities, ensuring FAR and CAS compliance. The role spans multiple business units and requires establishing policies, guiding reporting, and building a high-performing team.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, effective communication with non-financial partners, and the ability to juggle priorities while driving rigorous accounting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, accounting, or related field.
• 10+ years of government contracting experience including pre-award and post-award contract management.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR and CAS and related ICP/ICS and FPRA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead Michels’ accounting and reporting for all government contracts and related costing activities.
• Ensure compliance with FAR and CAS regulations across programs.
• Collaborate cross-business unit to establish, modify policies and processes and oversee reporting requirements.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and teams.

Skills

FAR knowledge

CAS knowledge

ICP/ICS experience

FPRA experience

Certified cost data knowledge

Contract management

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or operations management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Michels Corporation is seeking a Director of Government Contract Accounting to lead all government contract accounting and costing activities, ensuring FAR and CAS compliance. The role spans multiple business units and requires establishing policies, guiding reporting, and building a high-performing team.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, effective communication with non-financial partners, and the ability to juggle priorities while driving rigorous accounting