Compliance Manager

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Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

QinetiQ US is looking for a Compliance Manager to join our team.

The Compliance Manager will be responsible for overseeing government submissions, leading or supporting DCAA/DCMA audits and reviews, ensuring policies and procurement are in line with federal regulations, and serving as a subject matter expert for the company.

The role involves planning and directing government compliance efforts, including compliance with government procurement laws and regulations, as well as overseeing government contract compliance audits and training functions.

The role will be hybrid and require at least 3 days’ onsite at our Tyson’s location.

• Ensuring that processes and procedures are in place for the time entry of hours and other charges in compliance with federal government regulations and contract provisions.
• Serve as primary contact for DCMA cost monitor and DCAA audit staff
• Support DCMA cost monitoring activities including preparation and coordination of quarterly actuals
• Provide meaningful interpretation of rate impacts on financial results
• Participate in ongoing training and maintain current knowledge on FAR, FAR Supplements, CAS, and DCAA accounting compliance
• Oversee updates to CAS Disclosure statements reflecting current accounting practices and oversee development/monitoring, submission and publishing of all rates, and Incurred Cost Submission.
• Influence leadership decisions to ensure appropriate cost structure for government business including rates, allocations, etc.
• Develop, coordinate, and/or conduct compliance-related training as needed
• Create and maintain critical policy and procedure documentation rated to finance and/or compliance matters including compliance with DFARS Accounting, Purchasing, Estimating, EVMS, Property, and Materials management systems.”
• Interface with DCAA, DCMA and other government representatives, responding to government audits and coordinating corrective actions as necessary
• Continuously evaluate, maintain and develop alternatives to existing cost accounting rate structure for optimal business operation
• Perform all other related duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• Must have Experience with Deltek Costpoint software.
• Must have a minimum of 10-15 years accounting experience working in the government contracting industry.
• Experience leading compliance programs along with excellent relationships with internal customers, external customers, and regulators
• Expert understanding of the FAR / DFARS / CAS and leading the development of policies, processes, and procedures
• Proven ability to assess, interpret, and appl government and industry standards, specification, and handbooks to the unique requirements of tasking
• Hands on experience building indirect rate models, completing incurred cost submission, and updating disclosure statement
• Knowledge of accounting practices, pricing and contracts in a government contractor or project-based environment
• Recommends, maintains, and updates, as appropriate, policies and procedures, processes, and internal control manuals.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and a sound ethical approach to areas of responsibility and work product
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communication and outstanding attention to detail
• Be known as a collaborator and strong project management skills
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Products (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

• Experience in managing a strong plus

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.