Manager, Compliance Accounting

• 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 Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) where applicable, and other contract-specific requirements
• Prepare written compliance reports, audit workpapers, 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
• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule]
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture

• 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
• 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+ plus years of experience in government contract accounting, compliance, or auditing
• 2+ years in a leadership role

Experience interacting with DoD or federal auditors preferred

• 401(k)-retirement plan
• comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company
• professional development funds
• an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees