DCAA Compliance Cost Accountant
Not Disclosed•ContractorOn-site
location_onI 75, Auburn Hills, Oakland County, Michigan, 48321, United States
About the Role
This position focuses on government contract accounting, cost compliance, and audit readiness within a defense contracting environment. The DCAA Compliance Accountant / Cost Accountant operates with an "audit-ready every day" mindset, embedding FAR-compliant practices into daily accounting activities so that future audits require minimal preparation. The role leverages Deltek Replicon as a payroll and hours-tracking system to support financial analysis, cost monitoring, and planning across defense programs.
As part of a small, growing defense organization, this role offers the opportunity to wear multiple hats, work closely with leadership, and expand responsibilities as the business scales. You will partner with leadership, engineering teams, and external auditors to support audit-safe decision-making and help shape long-term, audit-ready processes from the ground up.
Work Environment
This is a fully onsite position based in Auburn Hills, MI, following a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The work environment is collaborative and fast-paced, offering close interaction with leadership and engineering teams. The role relies heavily on Deltek Replicon and related financial systems for timekeeping, payroll, cost analysis, and planning.
Hiring Process & Application
This is a Contract to Hire position. The application deadline is anticipated to be May 22, 2026. By applying, you acknowledge that your application may be reviewed using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates, though final decisions are made by the hiring team.
Equal Opportunity & Legal
Aston Carter is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com. Please note that it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment. Additionally, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment in San Francisco.
Work location
Work model: On-site
I 75, Auburn Hills, Oakland County, Michigan, 48321, United States
Auburn Hills, Michigan
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleMaintain continuous compliance with FAR, CAS, and government cost accounting regulations
- check_circleApply FAR 31.205 cost principles to identify and treat allowable and unallowable costs
- check_circleSupport DCAA audits including incurred cost submissions, pre-award surveys, and system reviews
- check_circleEstablish and analyze indirect cost rates with strong audit defensibility
- check_circleStructure and monitor direct labor and costs by contract and project for accurate allocation
- check_circlePerform financial analysis, forecasting, and planning using Deltek Replicon data
- check_circlePartner with leadership and engineering teams to support audit-safe decision making
- check_circleProactively identify and address compliance risks before they develop into audit issues
- check_circleSupport the build-out and improvement of defense-specific accounting and compliance processes
- check_circleUse Deltek Replicon for labor distribution, hours tracking, and payroll-based cost analysis
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- verifiedDirect experience applying FAR Part 31.205
- verifiedExperience supporting or interfacing with DCAA audits
- verifiedWorking knowledge of CAS and related government cost accounting requirements
- verifiedExperience using Deltek Replicon or similar Deltek tools
- verifiedAbility to obtain a U.S. government security clearance
- verifiedExperience in fund accounting, cost accounting, and financial reporting and analysis
- verifiedProfessional certifications such as CPA or CDFM
Nice to Have
Former DCAA auditor experience or direct, extensive interface experience with DCAA. Experience as a Sr. Cost Accountant, Compliance Accountant, or similar role in a government-contracting environment. Experience using Deltek data beyond timekeeping, including variance analysis, forecasting, and planning. Professional certifications such as CPA or CDFM. Interest in working in a small, growing defense organization with high visibility and impact. Desire to help shape long-term, audit-ready processes from the ground up in a growth-oriented role.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurancecheck_circle401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributionscheck_circleVoluntary Life and AD&D insurance for employee and dependentscheck_circleShort and long-term disability insurancecheck_circleHealth Spending Account (HSA)check_circleTransportation benefitscheck_circleEmployee Assistance Programcheck_circleTime Off/Leave including PTO, Vacation, and Sick Leave
