Director, Government Contractor Investigations & Compliance

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry.

About the role

The Director of Government Contractor Investigations & Compliance will lead a team to resolve complex government contractor investigations, create forensic analysis, provide litigation support, and may provide expert testimony. You will help clients and their counsel understand and resolve financial impacts around compliance and legal matters related to government contracting, accounting, and financial issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage disputes, claims, and litigation support while facilitating the learning and development of direct reports.
• Guide clients through regulatory challenges, audit findings, and compliance-related matters.
• Create an inclusive team environment with trust and respect, seeking diverse viewpoints for continuous improvement.
• Cultivate and maintain positive, productive relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Proactively communicate efficiently and effectively to all levels of the engagement team.
• Specialize in consulting for non-government organizations (commercial, non-profit, government contractors), providing support through disputes, claims, and lawsuits.
• Leverage knowledge of government contracting regulations to guide clients through litigation, investigations, bid protests, and compliance challenges.
• Establish and maintain credibility as a trusted advisor to senior client leadership.
• Prepare expert reports, testimony exhibits, and supporting documentation for trial, alternative dispute resolution, and settlement negotiations.
• Analyze disputes between prime and subcontractors, including those arising from alleged violations of the False Claims Act and Price Reduction Clause.
• Support litigation preparation and expert witness engagement throughout the dispute lifecycle.
• Consult on compliance issues arising from FAR, DFARS, OMB Uniform Guidance for Federal Awards, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Conduct compliance and system assessments, including evaluations of major business systems stipulated in DFARS 252.242-7005.
• Advise on audit-related matters from DCAA, DCMA, and other government oversight personnel.
• Assist in analyzing government allegations of noncompliance and preparing audit finding responses.
• Interpret and apply regulations related to FAR, DFARS, and CAS to client operations.
• Develop compliance-based DFARS business systems and assess existing policies and procedures.
• Evaluate business processes and recommend improvement initiatives.
• Calculate and review indirect rates, prepare and review incurred cost submissions.
• Perform budget and cash flow analysis, estimation at completion (EAC) preparation, and contract/project closeout procedures.
• Prepare Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs) and rebut government audit findings.
• Drive business development by expanding existing accounts and pursuing new client opportunities.
• Mentor and develop team members; foster a collaborative, high-performing culture.
• Establish thought leadership and market credibility within the government contracting sector.

Requirements

• CPA designation required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of government contracting experience, including professional services experience delivering solutions to government contractor clients.
• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Demonstrable expertise in compliance consulting and regulatory matters across all contract stages (proposal through closeout).
• Experience in financial/forensic accounting analysis and expert witness preparation.
• Proven business development experience and client relationship management capabilities.
• US Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or MBA.
• CFE, CIA, or Master Certification in Government Contracts.
• Litigation support and expert witness experience.
• Background in forensic accounting or claims consulting.

Additional Information

• Willingness to travel 0-25% quarterly, as needed.
• Fully remote position.

Benefits

• Healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with annual discretionary contribution from Alvarez & Marsal (eligibility requirements apply).
• Paid time off including vacation, personal days, 72 hours of sick time, ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave (amount varies based on tenure and role type).

Pay

The salary range is $130,000 - $175,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance.