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Aprio · 13 hours ago

Manager, Government Contracting Consulting

Rockville, MD

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$115K/yr - $150K/yr

5+ years exp

Aprio is a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm seeking an Experienced Manager to join its Government Contract Consulting team. The role involves leading engagements to support clients with government contracting needs, including regulatory compliance, strategic planning, and financial management.

AccountingFinancial Services

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Interest in a client‑facing, consultative role, including interaction with C‑Suite executives

Ability to manage multiple engagements and communicate effectively with clients and internal teams

Experience supporting or responding to federal audits

Contract management and life cycle

Strong understanding of indirect rates, budgeting, and forecasting

Hands‑on experience preparing and reviewing Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS)

Working knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), including agency supplements, with emphasis on: FAR Part 12 – Commercial Contracting, FAR Part 15 – Contracting by Negotiation, FAR Part 30- Cost Accounting Standards Administration, and FAR Part 31 – Contract Cost Principles & Procedures

Experience with reading, understanding and communicating with the government regarding awarded Contracts, GSA Schedule task orders, GWAC contracts and task orders or other award vehicles

Experience with government contractor proposals, including RFP briefs, cost proposal volume management, and pricing

Experience working with contractor business systems (Accounting, Contractor Purchasing, Estimating, Property Management, EVMS, MMAS)

Advanced proficiency in Excel

Qualification

Government contracting expertiseFederal audit supportContract managementCost Accounting Standards (CAS)Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)Indirect rate developmentBudgetingForecastingIncurred Cost Submissions (ICS)Excel proficiencyClient relationship managementProject managementMentoring team membersCommunication skills

Required

Minimum of 5 years of experience at a government contractor, former auditor at the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), or public accounting/consulting firm

Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Software

Availability to work in the office two days per week is required

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, related field or applicable work experience