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HNTB · 2 months ago

Manager Audit and Fiscal Compliance

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

HNTB is a company focused on delivering solutions for complex infrastructure projects across the country. They are seeking a Manager of Audit and Fiscal Compliance to ensure adherence to various regulatory frameworks, oversee audit activities, and represent the firm within industry associations. The role involves strategic decision-making and managing compliance-related tasks to optimize the firm's fiscal program.

ConsultingLegalReal Estate

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Leads and oversees the firm's CAS-compliance program, including the selection of impactful accounting and finance practices that influence pricing and profit strategies

Develops, publishes, and maintains the firm's Disclosure Statement, a crucial document required under statute for competitive positioning in the government market

Enhances the firm’s financial control structure while striving to optimize business process efficiency/economy

Manages and supervises the day-to-day activities of the External Audit Team, ensuring a high level of performance and alignment with regulatory expectations

Develops and delivers training materials to enhance employee behaviors in line with compliance standards

Acts as the audit liaison for federal, state, and municipal government oversight personnel, effectively representing the needs and expectations of the firm's senior leadership

Influences the development of national audit policy/guidelines through active participation in industry associations such as the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC)

Monitors regulatory changes, assesses their impact on the firm, and provides strategic and tactical support on highly complex compliance matters

Oversees the calculation of final FAR-compliant overhead rates, providing direct support to state auditors

Negotiates settlements for matters related to regulatory compliance

Serves as the main contact for the execution of certifications, Internal Control Questionnaires (ICQs), and/or other related documents

Formulates strategic policies that maximize the firm's profitability, maintaining a firmwide focus on financial optimization and governmental fiscal compliance

Hires, supervises, manages, trains, and mentors external audit staff. Responsible for assigning tasks and duties. Manages all aspects of the Career Planning and Development process, including goal setting, coaching, and performance and compensation evaluation

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)People managementAudit principlesRegulatory complianceFinancial optimizationAnalytical skillsBusiness acumenCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field and 10 years relevant experience

2 years of people management experience

In lieu of education, 14 years of related work experience, and 2 years of people management experience

Extensive knowledge of State and Federal laws, rules, and regulations as they relate to audit principles

Comprehensive knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Experience leading and managing professionals in FAR/CAS compliance and regulatory interpretation

Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and partner cross-functionally with all levels of leadership

Significant experience working with federal auditors and oversight personnel

Extensive research, analytical, problem-solving, organizational, written, and communication skills

Contribute to the professional development of team members through training and coaching, providing guidance on technical issues, and fostering a collaborative work environment

Excellent organizational skills, excels in prioritization, and effectively leads teams to achieve set objectives

Exhibits a strong business acumen, making informed decisions aligned with the organization's strategic goals

Proactively identifies and escalates potential issues/impacts, offering well-thought-out solutions to leadership for timely resolution