Manager, Compliance Accounting

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The Manager, Compliance Accounting is responsible for managing and executing financial controls, reporting, and compliance activities specific to defense contracts and federal regulations. The role ensures accurate financial statements, supports audits and contract cost allowability, and maintains internal controls to meet government and corporate compliance requirements.

• Lead and execute compliance reviews and audits of contract costs, accounting systems, and internal controls for defense contracts.
• Interpret and apply Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Government Auditing Standards to accounting treatments, indirect rates, allocations, and billing practices.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with FAR, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), CAS, and other contract‑specific requirements.
• Prepare written compliance reports, audit work papers, and corrective action plans; track closure of audit findings.
• Prepare and review contract cost, indirect rate calculations, and allocation methodologies to ensure allowability and consistency with accounting standards.
• Support external and internal audits, inquiries, and requests from contracting officers and government auditors.
• Advise program managers and functional leaders on allowable vs. disallowable costs, contract terms, and accounting system requirements.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and training materials for finance and program teams.
• Monitor changes in government accounting/auditing guidance and update controls and policies accordingly.
• Assist in preparation and review of indirect rate proposals, forward‑pricing submissions, and cost accounting disclosures.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance – U.S. Citizenship required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare audit‑ready documentation and present findings to senior stakeholders.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems used for contract accounting.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and proven ability to manage competing priorities.
• Team leadership and ability to work cross‑functionally with contracts, programs, and procurement teams.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, CAS, FAR, and federal audit requirements.
• Ability to pass background checks and required security screening as applicable.

• Directs and provides expert knowledge in the day‑to‑day function of the department.
• Identifies, recruits, and retains top‑notch talent.
• Champions AEVEX’s culture and empowers employees to take responsibility for their jobs and goals.
• Coaches, mentors, engages and develops the team, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and learning opportunities.
• Sets performance standards and encourages employee engagement and results through delegation, continuous feedback, goal setting, and performance management.
• Maintains transparent communication. Appropriately communicates organization information through department meetings, one‑on‑one meetings, and appropriate email, and regular interpersonal communication.
• Provides oversight and direction to the employees in accordance with AEVEX’s policies and procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field with at least 24 semester hours in accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in government contract accounting, compliance, or auditing.
• 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience interacting with DoD or federal auditors preferred.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment.