Associate Director – Government Finance & Compliance

Omnicom

Government finance leader supporting Omnicom’s U.S. government contracting business.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expert knowledge in government contracting finance and accounting, including FAR, DFARS, CAS, and GAAP compliance. Proven ability to lead financial strategy, optimize indirect rates, and support DCAA audits while mentoring staff and driving organizational improvements.

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Expert Knowledge Of FARDCAA Audit RequirementsIndirect Rate StrategyFinancial ModelingCPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Government Contracting FinanceCost Accounting StandardsIncurred Cost SubmissionsForward Pricing Rate ProposalsProfitability AnalysisPricing Strategy DevelopmentVariance AnalysisRisk MitigationCompliance FrameworksOrganizational Design

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationStrategic ThinkingProblem-SolvingInfluencing LeadershipMentoring

Tools & Technologies

D365CostpointERP Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAMaster's Degree

Industry Keywords

DFARSGAAPDCAADCMACPFF ContractsShared Services OrganizationsGovernment Contracting Integrations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical leadership for FAR, DFARS, CAS, GAAP, and other government contracting requirements
Lead indirect rate strategy, forecasting, monitoring, optimization, Incurred Cost Submissions, Forward Pricing Rate Proposals, and Disclosure Statement support
Support DCAA, DCMA, and other government audits while maintaining audit-ready documentation
Partner with Business Development and Capture teams to develop compliant pricing strategies for CPFF, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, and GWAC opportunities
Perform financial modeling, profitability analysis, and executive decision support
Lead development, monitoring, and analysis of indirect rates
Analyze variances and provide recommendations to leadership on rate optimization and risk mitigation
Ensure accounting practices align with approved Cost Accounting Standards Disclosure Statements
Develop and maintain government accounting policies, internal controls, and compliance frameworks
Serve as an internal consultant to Omnicom agencies on government contracting operations, accounting, pricing, compliance, organizational design, and business process improvements
Support mergers, acquisitions, organizational restructurings, and government contracting integrations
Lead cross-functional initiatives involving Finance, Contracts, Legal, Procurement, HR, IT, and Operations
Develop standardized shared-service offerings to improve consistency, compliance, and operational efficiency
Mentor staff and help build the Government Finance & Compliance organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
8+ years of progressive government contracting finance/accounting experience
Expert knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, GAAP, DCAA audit requirements, and government contractor finance and accounting
Demonstrated experience with indirect rates, pricing, cost allowability, Incurred Cost Submissions, Forward Pricing Rate Proposals, and DCAA audits
Experience supporting CPFF contracts and complex federal acquisitions
Strong executive communication and consulting skills
Ability to influence senior leadership and lead enterprise initiatives
Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred: CPA and/or Master's degree
Preferred: Experience with CAS Disclosure Statements, government contractor ERP systems such as D365 or Costpoint, shared services organizations, and organizational integrations
Limited domestic travel as business needs require

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Limited domestic travel as business needs require
Equal employment opportunities
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