Director, Government Contracting Advisory Services

Director, Government Contracting Advisory ServicesDirector, Government Contracting Advisory Services2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Transform Your CareerWe deliver unparalleled opportunities for growth and career advancement. Our dynamic, entrepreneurial culture supports your journey every step of the way.Transform Your CareerWe deliver unparalleled opportunities for growth and career advancement. Our dynamic, entrepreneurial culture supports your journey every step of the way.Embrace new challenges and deliver real value to some of the world's most influential Fortune 100 brands, growth companies transforming their industries, and mid-market firms that need help navigating the defining moments of their lifecycle. Work side by side with business leaders to solve complex client challenges and make a true impact. Love what you do as part of a diverse organization committed to collaboration and continuous learning.The Team - Government Contracting Advisory ServicesOur team is comprised of a powerful mix of seasoned professionals with public accounting experience and business consultants with a deep expertise in government contracting across multiple industries. We take a comprehensive approach to helping clients navigate through the government contracting life cycle by assisting our clients; interpret government contracting regulatory requirements, manage compliance risk, provide advice and assistance to maintain on-going compliance with contract requirements, provide audit support, assist with business system assessments, gap assessments, compliance reviews, perform regulatory research, and other related government contracting activities.Your ImpactYou will be responsible for helping to shape the strategic direction of the practiceDrive business development, both by expanding and growing existing accounts and pursuing new client opportunities for the firmProvide advisory support to government contractors in the following areas:Interpreting regulations related to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)Developing compliance-based DFARS business systemsAssessing and updating policies and procedures documentationEvaluating business processes and recommending improvement initiativesAssisting in the analysis of government allegations of noncomplianceAssisting in the preparation of audit finding responses and analysis of cost and financial dataCalculating and/or reviewing indirect ratesDeveloping indirect rate modelsPreparing and reviewing incurred cost submissionsPerforming budget and cashflow analysisAnalyzing cost and price issuesEstimation at completion (EAC) preparation and analysisPerforming contract/project setup and closeout procedures and evaluating for issuesPreparing and reviewing of Requests for Equitable Adjustment ("REAs") and claims.Create and deliver presentations on technical concepts, project work plans, delivery approach, milestones, and results to client stakeholdersIdentify, design and implement creative business solutions to continually improve the firm's methodology and approachManage existing and prospective client relationships with an eye toward identifying and closing on new business opportunitiesActively participate in career development activities and technical training of staffMentor and develop team membersEstablish credibility as a trusted advisorYour ExperienceMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, IT or a related field14+ years of relevant government contracting experience, including at least 5+ years of professional services experience delivering relevant solutions to government contractor clientsStrong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) Business Systems and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)Experience designing and implementing government contracting compliance programs, including DFARS business systems control environmentsExperience performing risk assessments and compliance reviews including unallowable costs reviews, cost proposal reviews, and reviews of audit finding responsesExperience developing indirect rates and cost estimatesExperience in designing, maintaining, and/or testing controls related to DFARS business systemsAbility to effectively interact with members of the client's management team, staff, and government auditorsExperience with Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Forecasting, and Budget Modeling (Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Headcount)Experience with Internal/External ReportingDemonstrated knowledge of accounting/audit practices, procedures and reporting standardsBecause of the unique security requirements for this client portfolio, US Citizenship is requiredWillingness to travel up to 25%Preferred QualificationsMaster Certification in Government Contracts, MBA, CPA, CIA or CFE.Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint, COGNOS, IBM TM1 (IBM Planning Analytics), Hyperion Smartview/ESS, PeopleSoft, JAMIS, UnanetDetermining compensation for this role (and others) at Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Highspring believes that the following salary range reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure to be between $157,500 and $275,000. 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Created: 2025-09-17