Manager, Government Contractor Consulting

HKA is a leading global consultancy specializing in the government contracting industry. This includes government compliance, risk mitigation, dispute resolution, expert witness and litigation support. We anticipate, investigate and resolve complex challenges by harnessing world-leading multi-disciplinary expertise and experience

As part of team you can expect:

• A strong collaborative culture with a mutual pursuit of your success alongside the success of our teams.
• The opportunity to solve problems creatively, contribute to our innovative direction, and be valued as an individual
• The ability to leverage HKA’s strong network and presence in various industries and reputation for exceptional expert witnesses to accelerate career development and connections.

The Opportunity:

HKA’s Government Contracts Consulting Group supports commercial and non-profit organizations that conduct business with the U.S. Federal Government, providing them with consulting services on complex government contracting matters.

As part of our exciting growth, HKA is seeking a Manager to consult government contractors on compliance during disputes, claims, and lawsuits.

You’ll leverage your strong background in compliance, regulatory matters, and all contract stages from proposal to closeout. Your expertise in Finance/Accounting, consulting, client management, and knowledge of FAR, OMB, CAS, and DFARS will be essential.

Responsibilities may include:

• Regulatory consulting on compliance issues arising from the FAR, OMB Uniform Guidance for Federal Awards, CAS, and other agency regulatory supplements.

• Compliance and system assessments, including assessments of the major business systems stipulated in the Defense FAR Supplement (“DFARS”) 252.242-7005.

• Advising on audit related matters that arise from government audits conducted by government agencies, such as the Defense Contract Audit Agency (“DCAA”) and the Defense Contract Management Agency (“DCMA”).
• The preparation and review of indirect rates, including Forward Pricing Rate Proposals (FPRP), Negotiated Indirect Rate Agreements (NICRA), and Incurred Cost Submissions (“ICSs”).
• Investigations and disputes (including those arising from alleged violations of the False Claims Act and the Price Reduction Clause).

• The preparation and review of Requests for Equitable Adjustment (“REAs”) and claims.

• The analysis of cost and price issues under bid protests.

• The preparation and review of termination settlement proposals (“TSPs”).

• Analysis of issues arising when there is a dispute between prime and subcontractors.

Qualifications and Experience:

• United States Citizenship 
• 2+ years of experience externally consulting Commercial, Non-Profit and other Non-Government Organizations that conduct business with the U.S. Federal Government in Government Contract related matters.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Business (with concentrations in Finance or Accounting)
• 5+ years of experience in professional services/consulting, forensic accounting, or claims consulting in the government contracting industry.
• Demonstrable expertise in applying FAR, OMB, CAS, and DFARS in recent roles.
• Certifications such as CPA, CFE or CFA preferred but not required.
• Willingness to travel periodically for client meetings and other business needs.

What we offer:

Compensation: HKA is prepared to offer a salary of USD120,00 - USD150,000 depending on overall fit as determined by amount and specificity of experience, qualifications, and other key factors. We also offer eligibility for our full benefits package, including health, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick days, extensive growth and development reimbursement/compensation, and much more.

At HKA we recognize that our people are critical to our ongoing success. Our priority is to provide an inclusive and collaborative culture aimed at providing the best opportunities for our people to thrive and develop in their chosen career path.

Our Global Recruitment team is committed to providing an authentic candidate experience for all those who take the time to apply to HKA. We are committed to providing an efficient and insightful recruitment process giving candidates a true reflection of life at HKA. 

Fairness and Equality at HKA:

HKA works hard to provide a welcoming environment for all of our employees. We are committed as a business on the continued improvement of our fairness and equality strategy. Please visit our careers page for further information or feel free to ask our recruitment team for further information.

All HKA employment decisions shall be made in accordance with controlling laws and based on merit.

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