Government and Public Sector Controlling Associate Director

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From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector (GPS) practice of Ernst & Young LLP provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. EY is ready to help our government build a better working world.

The Government and Public Sector (GPS) Controlling Associate Director will lead EY’s GPS Accounting team, has relationships across the GPS Finance organization and the firm’s US Controlling team, and reports to the GPS Finance & Accounting Leader.

The opportunity

In this role your primary responsibility will be to serve as the accounting leader and subject matter resource for EY’s GPS practice. You will support EY’s implementation of Deltek Costpoint in the context of its movement from non-CAS compliant government contractor to full CAS coverage. You will work broadly across the accounting function as a key member and leader within the finance team, ensuring all requirements of an adequate accounting system are met. You will also play an important role in the creation and/or evolution of an accounting operations team internal to EY and implementation of auditable processes and controls.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Play a significant role, working with GPS Finance leadership, the project PMO, and third-party consultants in ensuring the successful implementation of Deltek Costpoint.
• Participate in external audits with outside independent auditors and regulatory oversight agencies (e.g., DCAA, DCMA), and oversee preparation of items that auditors require
• Develop and refine new processes for accounting operations, including for project setup, time and expense processes, labor accounting, accounts payable, client invoicing, financial close, and accumulation of proper master and transactional data in Costpoint for all of these areas.
• Develop and/or refine formal, auditable accounting policies and procedures reflective of newly designed processes and controls (both preventive and detective) for EY GPS.
• Oversee month-end close process and weekly ‘soft close.’
• Review monthly journal entries and complex account reconciliations. Guide and assist the accounting team in developing robust reconciliation processes as needed across the accounting domain.
• Support integration of Costpoint to other systems and tools, both internal (SuccessFactors, EDW, SAP, etc) and external (ADP, Amex, etc).
• Leverage prior experience to explore possibilities for leveraging robotics in accounting processes; work with technical team to make prioritized opportunities come to life.
• Develop approach and methods for integrating acquisitions into GPS future state accounting environment. Work with third party resources as needed to support these efforts.
• Lead GPS accounting team through system and business process testing, when applicable.
• Play a key role in the Costpoint Change Control board, post implementation.
• Work with indirect rates team to ensure Costpoint setup reflects GPS rate structures and oversee management of Costpoint architectural controls in this area.
• Lead accounting team support of conversion and cutover activities at the time of go-live.
• Responsible for hiring, training and retaining skilled accounting staff for EY’s GPS practice. Play a key role in development of accounting team and work with GPS Finance leadership on career planning for staff.
  
  

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Extensive experience accounting using Deltek Costpoint
• Experience leading a government contractor during accounting system audit by DCAA
• Experience supporting preparation of incurred cost submissions
• Experience building, training and managing internal accounting functions
• Experience implementing and enhancing accounting processes and procedures
• Experience implementing, monitoring and/or executing regulatory control processes and validations in a government contracting environment
• Experienced leader with high degree of knowledge of general accounting theories, principles, and practices with a solid knowledge of general budgeting principles and practices
  
  

To qualify for the role you must have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; advanced degree or CPA preferred
• Extensive, in-depth knowledge of Deltek Costpoint
• A minimum of 8-10 years of relevant (e.g., accounting, finance) experience in a government contracting environment, ideally 15 years.
• A minimum of 5 years working as a Controller, or equivalent role at a Senior Manager level or higher, managing the day to day operations of the accounting function at a government contractor
• Extensive knowledge of FAR Part 31 and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and other regulatory requirements impacting the accounting system
• High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Power Point
• Solid understanding of CAS-compliance in indirect rate structures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills which allow for strategic data interpretation versus simple reporting
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and external auditors
• Ability to obtain a government security clearance
  
  

Ideally you will also have

• Experience working in a large firm, matrixed environment is a plus
• Experience implementing Deltek Costpoint is a plus
• Understanding of competitive pricing practices is a plus
• Working knowledge of SAP is a plus
  
  

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $130,900 to $252,000. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $157,100 to $286,400. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
  
  

EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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