Government Compliance Analyst

Job Description What’s it like working for a company where you are treated as more than a number? Empowering. Joining our team means you will work independently and as a team applying your strong working knowledge of government contract accounting practices and regulations to ensure accurate reporting and monitor internal policy compliance with a focus on preparing the incurred cost proposal and supporting the subsequent audit in our contracting services-focused business. With the diversity of our offerings and work, you’ll take on new challenges while your career reaches new heights.

BAE Systems is seeking an Analyst to join the Government Compliance team within the Finance organization. In this role you will:

• Assist in the preparation of the annual incurred cost proposal
• Respond to requests for information from the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), or other government agencies in support of ongoing audits with the ability to research, interpret, and understand regulations to support the company’s position
• Support financial and operational audits by examining accounting records
• Perform analyses of compliance matters
• Analyze transactional data
• Assist the Labor Compliance team with labor transfers while ensuring compliance with Government regulations and contract requirements
• Assist in compliance surveillance activities such as labor qualification contract reviews and other activities as required
• Maintain appropriate records and documentation to support government compliance activities including desktop procedures

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelors degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance (or comparable) and six or more years experience
• Strong experience in government contracting finance or accounting and firm understanding of FAR, DFARS, and CAS
• Experience in preparing and auditing DCAA incurred cost proposals
• Demonstrated understanding of various contract types (cost reimbursement, firm fixed price, etc.)
• Strong analytical skills and above-average Microsoft Suite skills; especially Excel
• Ability to gain an understanding of the business process to drive solutions for improvements
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement
• Excellent planning, time management, organization, and presentation skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $99410 - $168997

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.