• Lead and execute compliance reviews and audits of contract costs, accounting systems, and internal controls for defense contracts. • Interpret and apply Cost Accounting Standards CAS; Federal Acquisition Regulation FAR; and Government Auditing Standards to accounting treatments, indirect rates, allocations, and billing practices. • Monitor and ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) where applicable, and other contract-specific requirements. • Prepare written compliance reports, audit workpapers, and corrective action plans; track closure of audit findings. • Prepare and review contract cost, indirect rate calculations, and allocation methodologies to ensure allowability and consistency with accounting standards. • Support external and internal audits, inquiries, and requests from contracting officers and government auditors. • Advise program managers and functional leaders on allowable vs disallowable costs, contract terms, and accounting system requirements. • Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and training materials for finance and program teams. • Monitor changes in government accounting/auditing guidance and update controls and policies accordingly. • Assist in preparation and review of indirect rate proposals, forward pricing submissions, and cost accounting disclosures. • Perform other duties as required. • Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule]. • Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices. • Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.