Cost Accounting Compliance Analyst

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accounting Compliance Analyst to support our government contracting operations. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other applicable cost accounting standards. You will partner closely with Accounting, Finance, Legal, Contracts, and Program Management teams to ensure accurate cost reporting, support audits, and maintain compliant pricing structures across programs.

What You'll Do

• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) in all cost-related activities
• Lead the preparation of incurred cost submissions (ICS), provisional billing rate (PBR), and forward pricing rate proposals (FPRP)
• Analyze and validate cost structures, indirect rates, and allocation methodologies
• Affiliate in DCAA/DCMA audits, including data requests, documentation, and responses
• Review contracts and proposals for compliance with government cost/pricing requirements
• Maintain and improve internal controls related to cost accounting practices
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Contracts, Pricing, and Program teams to ensure alignment
• Identify compliance risks and recommend corrective actions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in cost accounting within a government contracting environment
• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and CAS
• Experience supporting DCAA, DCMA or IPA audits
• Familiarity with incurred cost submissions and pricing proposals
• Experience with Disclosure Statements (CASB DS-1)
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Aerospace & Defense or similar regulated industry
• Exposure to ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Oracle)
• Experience leveraging AI and automation in core job responsibilities
• CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification