Government Accounting Financial Analyst (Level II and Senior)

Woodward, Inc.•Niles, IL

1d•$72,000 - $136,000

About The Position

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Requirements

Expertise in government accounting principles, practices, and regulations, including knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
Ability to prepare and maintain complex financial reports for government contracts and grants, ensuring compliance with government accounting standards.
Knowledge of cost accounting processes and systems for government contracts and grants, including tracking expenses and ensuring compliance with government regulations.
Ability to prepare and analyze budgets and forecasts for government contracts and grants, including revenue, expenses, and capital expenditures.
Knowledge of government regulations and requirements related to financial reporting, billing, and cost accounting, and the ability to ensure compliance.
Ability to assist with audits and other compliance activities related to government contracts and grants, including providing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
Proficiency in financial software, Excel, and other analytical tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, including the ability to identify errors and discrepancies in financial data.
Ability to manage and mentor junior accounting staff, as well as work collaboratively with other members of the accounting team and cross-functional departments within the organization.
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (strongly preferred) or Finance
Ability to lead and coordinate audits and other compliance activities related to government contracts and grants, including providing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.

Responsibilities

Preparing and maintaining complex financial reports for government contracts and grants, ensuring compliance with government accounting standards.
Managing cost accounting processes and systems for government contracts and grants, including tracking expenses and ensuring compliance with government regulations.
Prepare Forward Pricing Rates Proposals and the annual Incurred Cost Submission with minimal assistance to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations (FAR, CAS, etc.).
Perform monitoring of direct rates, indirect rates, and factors for changes that would require supplemental disclosure and negotiation of new rates with the government.
Ensuring compliance with government regulations and requirements related to financial reporting, billing, and cost accounting.
Lead CAS and proposal audits and other compliance activities related to government contracts and grants, including providing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
Independently prepare Forward Pricing Rates Proposals and the annual Incurred Cost Submission to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations (FAR, CAS, etc.).
Leading and coordinating complex audits and other compliance activities related to government contracts and grants, including providing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.

Benefits

Annual cash bonus opportunity
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities
12 paid holidays
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
Paid parental leave
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave