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We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Sr Financial Consultant to oversee the development, maintenance, and compliance of our indirect rate structures and estimating system in alignment with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) requirements. This role is integral to ensuring cost competitiveness, audit readiness, and operational excellence across all government contracting activities.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities :
- Indirect Rates Management
- Develop, maintain, and monitor indirect rate structures (fringe, overhead, G&A, service centers, etc.) in compliance with FAR, CAS, and corporate policies
- Prepare annual provisional billing rate submissions and analyze incurred cost submissions for government customers
- Perform variance analysis between provisional, forecasted, and actual rates; recommend adjustments and corrective actions
- Partner with operational and project management teams to assess cost impacts of indirect rate changes
- Support audits and negotiations with CMS related to indirect rates
- Estimating System Management
- Lead the maintenance of the company's estimating system to meet DFARS Business System requirements
- Establish policies, procedures, and internal controls for consistent and compliant cost estimating practices
- Coordinate cost proposal development with capture, program management, operations, and procurement teams
- Provide training to proposal teams on estimating methodologies, cost element development, and documentation standards
- Conduct self-assessments and internal reviews to ensure system readiness for government audits
- Compliance & Audit Support
- Serve as primary liaison with auditors and contracting officers for matters related to indirect rates and estimating processes
- Ensure full compliance with FAR Part 15, DFARS, and CAS related to pricing, cost allowability, and allocation
- Lead responses to audit findings, corrective action implementation, and policy updates
- Strategic Financial Planning
- Provide financial modeling and rate impact analysis to support business development and strategic pricing decisions
- Support long-range planning and forecasting of indirect cost pools and base structures
- Collaborate with leadership to align rate strategies with competitive positioning and profitability goals
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field7+ years of progressive finance / accounting experience in a government contracting environmentProven experience managing indirect rate structures and government-compliant estimating systemsDeep knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA / DCMA audit processesSolid analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skillsExcellent written, verbal, and presentation communication abilitiesPreferred Qualifications :
CPA, CMA, or CGFM certificationExperience with ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint) and government cost proposal toolsPrior responsibility for DFARS-compliant estimating or accounting business systemsCore Competencies :
Regulatory Expertise - Comprehensive understanding of government cost principles and audit requirementsDetail Orientation - Precision in financial calculations, documentation, and compliance reportingCollaboration - Ability to partner across functional areas to achieve compliant and competitive cost solutionsStrategic Thinking - Balancing compliance with business growth and pricing competitivenessLeadership - Guiding teams through complex audits, proposals, and system enhancementsPay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $89,900 to $160,600 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline : This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.