Director, Government Contractor Investigations & Compliance

How you will contribute

You will be responsible for leading a team to resolve complex government contractor investigations, create forensic analysis, provide litigation support and you may be asked to provide expert testimony.

· You will be helping our clients and their counsel understand and resolve the financial impacts around their compliance and/or legal matters relating to complex government contracting, accounting, and financial issues across a wide range of projects involving compliance advisory engagements. You will manage disputes, claims, and litigation support while also facilitating the learning and development and growth opportunities of direct reports

· Guiding clients through regulatory challenges, audit findings, and compliance-related matters

· Creating an inclusive team working environment with trust and respect, seeking different viewpoints that lead to continuous improvement and growth

· Cultivating and maintaining positive, productive, and professional relationships with colleagues and clients

· Proactively communicating efficiently and effectively to all levels of the engagement team

Client Advisory & Consulting

· Specialize in consulting for non-government organizations (commercial, non-profit, government contractors, etc.), providing comprehensive support through disputes, claims, and lawsuits

· Leverage extensive knowledge of government contracting regulations to guide clients through litigation, investigations, bid protests, and other compliance challenges

· Establish and maintain credibility as a trusted advisor to senior client leadership

Expert Witness & Dispute Resolution

· Prepare expert reports, testimony exhibits, and supporting documentation for trial, alternative dispute resolution, and settlement negotiations

· Analyze disputes between prime and subcontractors, including those arising from alleged violations of the False Claims Act and Price Reduction Clause

· Support litigation preparation and expert witness engagement throughout the dispute lifecycle

Compliance & Regulatory Advisory

· Consult on compliance issues arising from FAR, DFARS, OMB Uniform Guidance for Federal Awards, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)

· Conduct compliance and system assessments, including evaluations of major business systems stipulated in DFARS 252.242-7005

· Advise on audit-related matters from DCAA, DCMA, and other government oversight personnel

· Assist in analyzing government allegations of noncompliance and preparing audit finding responses

Financial Analysis & Regulatory Compliance

· Interpret and apply regulations related to FAR, DFARS, and CAS to client operations

· Develop compliance-based DFARS business systems and assess existing policies and procedures

· Evaluate business processes and recommend improvement initiatives

· Calculate and review indirect rates, prepare and review incurred cost submissions

· Perform budget and cash flow analysis, estimation at completion (EAC) preparation, and contract/project closeout procedures

· Prepare Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs) and rebut government audit findings

Business Development & Team Leadership

· Drive business development by expanding existing accounts and pursuing new client opportunities

· Mentor and develop team members; foster a collaborative, high-performing culture

· Establish thought leadership and market credibility within the government contracting sector

Qualifications

· CPA designation required

· Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field

· 10+ years of government contracting experience, including professional services experience delivering solutions to government contractor clients

· Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)

· Demonstrable expertise in compliance consulting and regulatory matters across all contract stages (proposal through closeout)

· Experience in financial/forensic accounting analysis and expert witness preparation

· Proven business development experience and client relationship management capabilities

· US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

· Master’s degree or MBA

· CFE, CIA, or Master Certification in Government Contracts

· litigation support and expert witness experience

· Background in forensic accounting or claims consulting

Additional Information

· Willingness to travel 0–25% quarterly, as needed

· Fully remote position