Government Compliance Financial Analyst

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have more than 53,000 employees in approximately 80 countries across all 7 continents.

Amentum seeks a Government Compliance Financial Analyst responsible for serving as a liaison between the Defense Contract Audit Agency and various internal departments.  This requires interface with the appropriate recipient and review of the data response as well as coordinating delivery of the requested information to DCAA.  Other requirements include assisting in the analysis and application of regulatory requirements to specific factual situations and drafting well-written responses to government requests as needed. 

US Citizenship is required. This is a remote-telework role.

Principal Accountabilities:

• DCAA Communication: Support and facilitate technical communications between DCAA auditors and the company, supporting seamless messaging and effective resolution of inquiries and requests.  

• Data Coordination: Assist in collecting, understanding and organizing data requests as well as providing guidance and direction to internal teams for responding to routine and some non-routine DCAA requests.

• Audit Engagement/ Collaboration: Participate in DCAA meetings to document, analyze and help clarify data requests, providing support to resolve potential audit findings and ensure successful audit outcomes.

• Response Development: Prepare clear, accurate, technically sound responses to routine and select non-routine government data requests, ensuring they are customer-ready for management review & issuance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Regulatory Knowledge: Foundational knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation cost principles, with an ability to interpret regulations and apply them to specific situations.

• Deadline Management: Proven ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work while maintaining a strong, favorable rapport with DCAA.

• Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills, with an ability to engage effectively with DCAA auditors and compose professional memos and responses to audit positions.

• Attention to Detail: Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with proven ability to work efficiently, with a high degree of accuracy.

• Multi-Tasking: Ability to manage multiple tasks with varying priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Team Collaboration: Work effectively with other team members in carrying out assignments.

• Compliance Assessment: Assist in evaluating and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft office applications including Excel, Word and Power Point

• Professional Development: Demonstrated commitment to self-development through on-the-job training or additional external training.

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or a related discipline.

• Three (3) or more years of relevant accounting or financial compliance experience.

• Prior experience in a government finance/compliance position with DCAA audit experience preferred.

• FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) experience preferred.

• US Citizenship is required.

Light Travel:

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally on a limited basis.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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