Senior Manager, Government Contract Compliance

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Senior Manager, Government Contract Compliance

Company: Akima


Description: Company Overview:Work Where it MattersAkima is not just another global enterprise and federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.At Akima, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.For our shareholders, Akima provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.For our government customers, Akima delivers agile solutions in the core areas of facilities, maintenance, and repair; information technology; logistics; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction.As an Akima employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options. Description:The Senior Manager, Government Contract Compliance must exercise judgment and possess strong problem-solving skills in performing his/her duties while complying with established policies and procedures.Akima is seeking a Senior Manager, Government Contract Compliance to join our Government Contract Accounting Compliance team on a hybrid basis at our headquarters in Herndon, VA. This position reports to the Akima, LLC Director of Government Contract Accounting Compliance and has responsibility for ensuring compliance of Akima, LLC’s accounting and estimating systems with FAR and DFARS cost principles and applicable cost accounting standards (CAS). This role collaborates with internal and external clients to analyze costs, review costs for allowability, prepare financial reports and as required, provide ad-hoc support, analysis, and trainings Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance of Akima, LLC’s accounting and estimating systems with FAR and DFARS cost principles and applicable Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Support the completion of the Annual Incurred Cost Submissions
• Establish a business relationship with internal and external customers. Provide guidance and support to facilitate accurate and timely financial analysis.
• Compare actual project expenses against contract terms and conditions and the Federal Acquisition Regulations for accuracy (POP, funding, billing rates, labor categories, unallowable expenses). Identify errors and issues (incorrect project set ups, misclassified expenses).
• Support the preparation and submission of provisional billing rates
• Support Internal Compliance Reviews
• Provide analysis to support DCAA audits
• Ensure compliance with the Company’s financial policies and procedure.
• Continually assess ongoing processes to identify areas for potential improvement. As required, participate in initiatives to improve processes (i.e. participate in working groups).

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience with government contractor cost accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with others and work independently.
• Advance Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, CAS, and their requirements and application.
• Experience working with DCAA and DCMA auditors and responding to government audit requests.
• Experience in the following areas: Indirect Rates, Pools and Bases, and allocation of costs from Home Office Segments and Intermediate Cost Pools.
• Knowledge of Deltek Costpoint and Cognos preferred.
• This Hybrid position requires that you live within commuting distance from Herndon, VA.

Benefits Description: Regular – The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and eligible part-time employees. Job ID: 2025-16916 Work Type: Hybrid

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Location: Herndon, VA

Date: Fri, 25 Apr 2025 07:57:21 GMT


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