Contract Compliance Specialist (Government Contract Accounting Compliance)

We offer remote work opportunities (AK, AR, AZ, CA, *CO, FL, *HI, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MD, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NM, NC, ND, OK, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA/DC, *WA, WI & WY only).

Our Department of Defense contract requires US citizenship and a favorably adjudicated DOD background investigation for this position.

Veterans, Reservists, Guardsmen and military family members are encouraged to apply!

Job Summary

This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with the DFARS requirements surrounding Business Systems and ensuring that costs are recorded in our accounting system and documented in manner that satisfies the Government Contract Accounting Compliance requirements of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and TriWest's Disclosure Statement as well as compliance with regulations regarding the Accounting System, Cost Estimating System, Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS), Purchasing System and Property Management System. Working closely with Finance and Accounting personnel this position develops and implements processes that will address new types of accounting transactions to meet Government Contract Accounting Compliance requirements, analyzes cost accounting data through our Microsoft Excel based cost accounting model, and builds cost accounting reports for senior management using our PeopleSoft Financials system and nVision reporting tools. This position supports audits of our cost accounting records by the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and audits of other Business Systems by the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA).

Education & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
• U.S. Citizenship
• Must be able to receive a favorable Interim and adjudicated final Department of Defense (DoD) background investigation
• 5 years Accounting experience
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
• Working knowledge of Department of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFAR)
• Working knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Working knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials System and PeopleSoft and Vision reporting tools
• Strong Excel Skills

Preferred:

• Experience with Federal Government Cost Proposals
• Familiarity with Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audit procedures
• Familiarity with Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) audit procedures

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzes documentation in support of accounting transactions to determine accounting treatment that is in compliance with FAR, DFAR, CAS, and Disclosure Statement requirements.
• Partners with the process owners and Subject Matter Experts to develop and implement internal control processes that support compliance with FAR, DFAR, CAS, and Disclosure Statement requirements.
• Builds cost accounting reports of overhead rates that comply with FAR, DFAR, CAS, and Disclosure Statement requirements.
• Conducts internal oversight on Accounting System, Cost Estimating System, Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS), Purchasing System and Property Management System to ensure DFARS compliance.
• Analyzes and presents report of analysis on overhead rates to senior management
• Compiles, analyzes, and develops documentation in support of Government Cost Reports such as Incurred Costs Report and Forward Pricing Rate Proposal.
• Supports audits of cost accounting reports conducted by the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA).by answering questions
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Competencies

Commitment to Task: Ability to conform to established policies and procedures; exhibit high motivation.

Communication / People Skills: Ability to influence or persuade others under positive or negative circumstances; adapt to different styles; listen critically; collaborate.

Computer Literacy: Ability to function in a multi-system Microsoft environment using Word, Outlook, TriWest Intranet, the Internet, and department software applications.

Empathy / Customer Service: Customer-focused behavior; Helping approach, including listening skills, patience, respect, and empathy for another's position.

Information Management: Ability to manage large amounts of complex information easily, communicate clearly, and draw sound conclusions.

Multi-Tasking / Time Management: Prioritize and manage actions to meet changing deadlines and requirements within a high volume, high stress environment.

Organizational Skills: Ability to organize people or tasks, adjust to priorities, learn systems, within time constraints and with available resources; detail-oriented.

Problem Solving / Analysis: Ability to solve problems through systematic analysis of processes with sound judgment; Has a realistic understanding of relevant issues.

Technical Skills: Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFAR), Cost Accounting Standards, fundamentals of accounting and sound business processes, Word and Excel proficiency, research and project management skills

Working Conditions

Working Conditions:

• Works within a standard office environment , with minimal travel required
• Extensive computer work with long periods of sitting
• Onsite: Works within a standard office environment
• Remote: Private and secure work space and work station with high speed internet is required

Company Overview

Taking Care of Our Nation's Heroes.

It's Who We Are. It's What We Do.

Do you have a passion for serving those who served?

Join the TriWest Healthcare Alliance Team! We're On a Mission to Serve®!

Our job is to make sure that America's heroes get connected to health care in the community.

At TriWest Healthcare Alliance, we've proudly been on that important mission since 1996.

Benefits

We're more than just a health care company. We're passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching)
• Short-term and long-term disability, basic life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid volunteer time

*Annual base salary for Colorado, Hawaii, Washington D.C. and Washington State residents: $65,000- $83,000 depending on experience*

Equal Employment Opportunity

TriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports diversity at every organizational level, including hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and we highly encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.