Government Contracting Advisory Services Manager

Baker Tilly Virchow Krause’s values of integrity, passion and stewardship define us as an organization and an employer. We recognize that our approach, strategy and culture are driven by our people. Their focus and commitment has resulted in Baker Tilly Virchow Krause being ranked as one of the top 20 largest public accounting and advisory firms in the United States and our offices consistently earning “best place to work” honors. Our people have been fundamental in getting us to where we are today and where we will go in the future.

Due to the continued growth of our Government Contracting Advisory Services Practice , we are currently interviewing Managers for our Washington DC office. Our Government Contract Consulting Practice is comprised of professionals who are Certified Public Accountants, Certified Internal Auditors, Certified Fraud Examiners, former industry leaders and contract experts who have the technical expertise to deliver exceptional results tailored to meet the needs and offer solutions to our clients. Our leadership team speaks and publishes frequently on critical issues facing government contractors, and serve in a leadership capacity in a number of professional organizations.

As a Manager in one of the nation’s preeminent government contract consulting practice, you will work with a select group of professionals aligned, in an entrepreneurial environment, to provide government contractor clients service offerings that span all stages of the government contracting lifecycle to include:

FAR/CAS/OMB Circular Consultation Compliance Program Development Indirect Rate Structuring Program/Project Management Request for Equitable Adjustment/Claims Government Audit Support Services Pricing Strategy and Proposal Preparation Contract Administration Services Fraud Investigations/Forensic Accounting Incurred Cost Submission Preparation Bid Protest and Dispute Resolution

At Baker Tilly, you will find that your specialized experience and technical depth will allow you to quickly contribute to on-going engagements while at the same time, have the opportunity to be challenged by new engagements and advance your technical potential. As a member of our team, you will also contribute to some of the most important activities in our firm which include operating and growing the business, serving the client, developing the best people, and shaping our culture

It’s an exciting time to join Baker Tilly!

With a staff of more than 1400, Baker Tilly provides a wide range of accounting, tax, assurance and consulting services to premier companies and leading institutions in industries that drive our economy. As an independent member of Baker Tilly International, the world’s 8th largest network of accounting firms (with combined worldwide revenues of $3 billion) we bring our clients and our people access to market-specific knowledge in more than 125 countries.

Responsibilities:
Your responsibilities will be to:

Assume responsibility for all project phases and work directly with clients in accomplishing project objectives.

Deliver exceptional client service in all client interactions and projects.

Communicate effectively, both internally and to clients, including those at an executive level.

Apply insights and knowledge of government contracting compliance issues and processes to enable clients to solve complex business problems.

Develop and execute methodologies and solutions specific to the government contracting industry.

Manage day-to-day project activities; establish appropriate leverage on project teams and assign/manage project responsibilities to team members.

Provide coaching, mentoring and performance counseling to consultants, clients and project team members.

Balance client, new business development and practice development activities, including active participation in internal projects and operations along with complying with firm standards.

Contribute to the general management of the Consulting Practice and develop and implement a personal plan which sets goals for professional and practice development.

Qualifications:
Strong candidates are proven leaders with a combination of government contract accounting, finance, contract management or compliance background in a professional services firm.

Successful candidates will have:

An undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.

At least 5 years of experience with FAR and CAS requirements and other federal procurement regulations.

Contract Closeout, Claims/Dispute Resolutions and GSA experience.

Previous experience in a professional services environment working directly with government contracting clients.

The ability to work effectively in a team environment with all levels of client personnel in various industries.

Excellent written/verbal communications and collaboration skills.

Strong project management and facilitation skills.

Integrity within a professional environment.

Ability to travel to client sites in across the United States.

To apply for this position please go to: https://jobs-bakertilly.icims.com/jobs/4886/job