Senior Manager, Government and Financial Compliance
About The Position
Hanwha Defense USA (HDUSA) is seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Government and Financial Compliance to lead day-to-day financial compliance activities required of companies doing business with the United States Government. The role supports preparation and execution of regulatory compliance requirements, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and other applicable laws. Key areas include preparing incurred cost submittals across multiple CAS entities, developing and maintaining CAS Disclosure Statements, and ensuring USG business system readiness. The role is based on-site in Rosslyn, Virginia. The Senior Manager works with accounting and other functional departments, Legal, Finance, Business Development, government agencies, and external auditors to maintain compliance and address audit and regulatory requirements. The position also leads compliance controls and improvements, advises senior leadership on risks and mitigation, and supervises and develops compliance staff. The role requires a bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of progressive finance or government compliance experience, including direct Aerospace and Defense industry experience. Advanced degrees, relevant certifications, audit experience, contract familiarity, and supervisory experience are preferred. The posting describes discretionary annual bonuses and benefits as possible components of the total rewards package, but does not provide a salary range.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, engineering, or a related field.
- At least 10 years of progressive finance or government compliance experience, including direct experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
- Demonstrated experience preparing incurred cost submissions and CAS Disclosure Statements across multiple CAS entities and cost structures.
- Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, indirect rate structures, and DCAA/DCMA government audits.
- Hands-on knowledge of the six USG Business Systems and requirements for maintaining approved, compliant systems.
- Solid command of GAAP and financial controls.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and automated tools.
- Strong communication skills and ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for leadership.
Nice To Haves
- MBA or master's degree in accounting or finance.
- CPA, CFA, CGMA, or DAWIA/NCMA certifications, such as CPCM.
- Experience with DCAA, DCMA, other USG agency audits, and internal or external audits.
- Familiarity with USG contract types such as FFP, FPI, CP, and T&M, as a prime or subcontractor.
- Familiarity with cost/price analysis, should-cost modeling, parametric estimating, and proposal/BOE development.
- Prior supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead preparation and timely submission of annual Incurred Cost Proposals and incurred cost submittals for CAS-covered entities, including supporting schedules, indirect rate calculations, general-ledger reconciliations, and audit support.
- Develop, update, and maintain CAS Disclosure Statements; assess and document accounting practice changes, quantify their impacts, and prepare related analyses and cost impact proposals.
- Lead readiness for the six USG Business Systems through internal reviews, gap assessments, and readiness testing.
- Provide oversight and liaison support to functional departments responsible for business systems, and coordinate responses to Corrective Action Requests and Corrective Action Plans.
- Support development and submission of Forward Pricing Rate Proposals and manage and monitor indirect rates.
- Liaise with DCAA, DCMA, SUPSHIP, and other government and external audit agencies; coordinate timely audit responses and track open and future audits.
- Coordinate with accounting to support government and financial audits, including quarterly, half-year, and fiscal year-end requirements.
- Support the design, documentation, and periodic testing of financial controls; identify and mitigate CAS non-compliance risks and conduct periodic financial reviews consistent with internal policies and procedures.
- Develop and continuously improve compliance policies and procedures, ensuring submissions and accounting practice changes align with current government standards.
- Monitor changes to FAR, DFARS, and CAS regulations and communicate impacts to leadership.
- Partner with Legal, Finance, and Business Development to identify risk and incorporate compliance into bidding.
- Develop and deliver financial compliance training for the finance department on CAS and related audit areas.
- Support compliance monitoring, surveillance, and investigations of suspected compliance violations.
- Brief senior leadership on government or financial compliance risks, corrective action plans, and mitigation activities.
- Supervise, develop, and mentor compliance staff and foster accountability and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Employees may be eligible for discretionary annual bonuses, benefits, and other forms of compensation as part of the total rewards package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
