Manager, Government Accounting and Compliance

Date Posted:

2024-10-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RMA99: RTN Remote, Massachusetts

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

You have been redirected to RTX’s career page as we have recently transitioned from RTX to become a standalone company, which provides us with greater autonomy and opportunities for growth. As a prospective employee of Nightwing, you’ll have the chance to contribute to our continued success and shape the future of our cybersecurity, intelligence, and services offerings.

Location: Local to Dulles, VA headquarters location or ability to travel as necessary

Reports to: Director, Government Accounting and Compliance

Type: Full-time

Overview:

Nightwing, a $1.8 billion intelligence services company, is seeking a skilled Government Accounting and Compliance Manager to join our team.

This pivotal and highly visible position will concentrate on ensuring organizational compliance with federal regulations (FAR, Agency Supplements) and standards (CAS). Responsibilities include preparation of annual incurred cost submissions, conducting special studies of processes and controls, continuously monitoring and review of transactional data for allowability, and supporting external government audits. This role necessitates exceptional attention to detail and a comprehensive understanding of government cost accounting.  This role reports to the Director of Government Accounting and Compliance and allows for in-office or remote location designation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide expertise in the preparation of annual incurred cost submissions.

Conducts special studies of processes and controls to assist the organization in ensuring financial data is accurate.

Conduct reviews of transactional accounting data, testing on a cyclical basis for allowability of costs.

Co-Lead external Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and Defense Contract Management Agency reviews and examinations, serving as a company point of contact and working with internal functional groups to support Government inquires.

Assist in the monitoring and updating of respective Cost Accounting Standards Disclosure Statements

Support complex financial initiatives/special projects (i.e. General Dollar Magnitude).

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

Must have at least 8+ years of related professional experience with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance OR a minimum of 16+ years of related professional experience in lieu of a degree can be substituted. A master’s degree in a related field can substitute 3 years of professional experience.

Significant experience with Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition

Regulations and their respective Agency supplements.

Experience with DFARS Business Systems

Proficient knowledge of US GAAP.

Proficient with Microsoft Excel to include formula use of: Vlook-Up, Index and match, and Nested If-Statements.

Experience working with the DCAA, DCMA and interpretation of the FAR/CAS standards.

US Citizenship

Desired Skills:

Strong analytical, critical thinking, writing and interpersonal skills are vital to this role, as is the ability to interact with external and internal stakeholders to provide meaningful, practical and effective business relationships.

Advanced certifications or licensures to include CPA, CIA and CFE.

Proficient with Deltek Costpoint

Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives.

When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions. 

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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