Senior Associate - Government Contractor Advisory

Overview

A leading accounting and consulting firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join their Government Contractor Advisory practice. This fully remote U.S.-based role involves working closely with managers and senior leadership to assist clients with compliance related to FAR, DFARS, CAS, and other federal regulations. The position offers a clear path for professional growth within a respected government contracting advisory practice.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engagement leadership to assist clients with compliance and gap assessments involving FAR, DFARS, CAS, Uniform Guidance, and related federal requirements
• Support interactions with DCAA and DCMA regarding audits, contract matters, and compliance activities
• Provide contract and grant management support throughout the contract lifecycle
• Analyze solicitation clauses, contract terms, and award requirements to identify risks and obligations for clients
• Assist with subcontractor evaluations, contract modifications, and contract closeout activities
• Support contract pricing, estimating efforts, and cost and price analyses
• Participate in walkthroughs and help develop client policies, procedures, templates, and internal controls
• Support and lead consulting and audit engagements to strengthen clients' risk management and internal control environments
• Deliver client training and contribute to the development of practical tools, checklists, and best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA designation or candidate status is desired
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience with compliance functions, auditing, or advisory services related to FAR, DFARS, CAS, Uniform Guidance, or other federal regulations
• Experience preferably from a professional services/consulting firm, DCAA, DCMA, or directly within a government contractor
• Experience conducting gap assessments, mock audits, readiness reviews, and developing policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Experience preparing or reviewing incurred cost submissions, indirect rate structures, and forward pricing or provisional billing rates
• Familiarity with FAR Part 31 cost principles, cost allowability and allocability, and CAS Disclosure Statements
• Experience supporting pricing, cost and price analysis, REAs, claims, or terminations
• Knowledge of government systems such as WAWF and IPP is a plus
• Ability to travel for client work as needed, not expected to exceed 15%

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $84,100 - $123,500 per year
• Competitive compensation packages based on performance
• Comprehensive benefits including annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous paid time off; retirement plans; paid care leave; and other programs supporting work-life balance and financial protection

Location

• Fully remote within the United States
• Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States; no work sponsorship provided

This role will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected or the position is cancelled.