Government Accounting Manager

GE Aerospace NorthStar Government Accounting Manager

The GE Aerospace NorthStar Government Accounting Manager is a key member of GE Aviation Government Business Controllership team, responsible for creating the vision, setting the strategy and leading execution to deliver maximum compliant recovery of cost for through forward pricing and incurred cost rates supporting NorthStar's business portfolio. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring NorthStar's disclosed accounting practices are in accordance with the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) via a compliant Disclosure Statement (DS). The GA Manager will lead all aspects of the Forward Pricing Rate Proposal (FPRP) and Incurred Cost Submission (ICS) processes, from development through audit and negotiation of rate agreements with the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Divisional Administrative Contracting Officer (DACO). The GA Manager will have daily contact with NorthStar Finance, Engineering, and business P&L stakeholders. Additionally, the GA Manager will have ongoing interactions with representatives from US Government Buying Commands, DCMA, and DCAA. Finally, the GA Manager will ensure synchronization with the wider Government Business team to achieve team and business objectives.

Responsibilities include :

• Develop, review, and publish indirect overhead and direct labor forward pricing, billing, and final (ICS) rates that are synchronized to NorthStar's financial planning calendar and other critical inputs.
• Negotiate proposed rates with the DCMA.
• Support FPRP and ICS audits with the DCAA.
• Implement monthly cost monitoring to ensure accuracy of pricing and billing rates.
• Gather input for, model the impact of changes, and submit NorthStar's Disclosure Statement to the cognizant DCMA office.
• Build open and positive relationships with internal business partners and USG customers.
• Implement business processes that are compliant with the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and support the requirements in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Department of Defense supplement (DFARS, and other applicable acquisition elations and guidance.
• Personally lead process improvement and lean transformation efforts to eliminate waste, improve transparency, establish standard work, and enhance the value the team brings to the business.

Required qualifications include :

Desired characteristics include :

The base pay range for this position is $128800 - $171700. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24 / 7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24 / 7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.