Senior Federal Compliance Specialist

Overview

Senior Federal Compliance Specialist position  will help ensure that all direct, indirect and other costs are identified, captured and reported in accordance with applicable Government Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements and other laws and contractual regulations.

• Financial analysis on Federally funded contracts.
• Auditing expenses in accordance with Federal Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Working closely with operations to provide pricing on proposals and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Performing quarterly indirect cost calculations for allowability and reasonableness.
• Review of contractor proposals for compliance with CAS and other rules and regulations including Disclosure Statement requirements.
• Ensure expenditures are accurately coded and allocated to eligible cost categories.
• Manage and review of the forward pricing rates.
• Manage and review of the indirect cost submission.

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in a finance or accounting role
• Experience working with US Federal contracts is required; this includes accounting and/or ensuring financial compliance for federally funded projects and programs
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Consulting or Public Accounting experience is a strong asset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work both within a team and independently while interacting with internal leadership
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel

"This position can be based in most of our US office locations". GHD supports a hybrid work model with in-office collaboration and flexibility. Our hybrid layout emphasizes three days in the office to contribute, connect and excel in a vibrant environment.

As part of a truly global team, you will work on complex and rewarding projects, driving change.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.