Senior Director, Government Compliance and Accounting

DRS Technologies • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Experience working with Gov't auditors (DCAA/DCMA).
• Skilled in preparing Forward Pricing Proposals, Disclosure Statements, Incurred Cost Proposals, and Home Office Multi-business unit allocations.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel (including charting, graphics, and presentations), and other common business technologies.
• Ability to write clear and concise business documents.
• Capability to adapt and communicate regulations, policies, and controls to current business methodologies.
• Able to handle unfamiliar audit subjects at short notice.
• Must possess or be eligible for a DoD security clearance.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements including GAAP, FASB, SOX, etc.

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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company contribution to a health savings account.
• Telemedicine.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Legal insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Wellness programs focusing on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
• Programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement.
• Flexible work schedules with the 9/80 program.
• Competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees