Senior Manager, Government Contracting

prio is seeking a Senior Manager to serve as a go-to compliance advisor for government contractors operating across the full spectrum of federal regulations. In this role, you will lead engagements spanning FAR, DFARS, CAS, Business Systems compliance, and SBA regulations, helping clients proactively manage risk, satisfy DCAA/DCMA requirements, and develop the internal controls and compliance programs needed to sustain contract performance. You will bring both technical precision and strategic insight to a client base ranging from emerging small businesses to established large contractors in the federal marketplace.

What You'll Gain/Impact

- Opportunity to serve as a strategic advisor at the highest levels of government contracting engagements

- Platform to influence the federal contracting community through thought leadership, published insights, and speaking engagements

- Exposure to complex, high-stakes regulatory work spanning FAR, DFARS, CAS, Joint Ventures, and Business Systems compliance

- Ability to shape compliance programs and advisory strategies for a broad and dynamic client base

- Career growth within a nationally recognized, high-performance advisory practice

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and manage complex government contracting engagements for multiple clients, delivering expert strategic advisory services

- Serve as a primary advisor to C-level executives, ensuring clients navigate the full government contracting lifecycle effectively

- Advise clients on FAR, DFARS (including DFARS 252.242-7005), CAS, and GSA Schedules while ensuring full compliance with DCAA/DCMA requirements, Business Systems adequacy (Purchasing, Estimating, Government Property, and Material Management), risk mitigation, and internal controls

- Provide expert Joint Venture advisory services, guiding contractors in the formation, structuring, and compliance of Joint Ventures and Mentor-Protégé Agreements under SBA and federal regulations

- Engage in thought leadership, contributing to the firm's visibility in the government contracting community through speaking engagements, industry networking, and published insights

- Deliver high-impact presentations, training, and webinars on compliance, business systems, and federal procurement best practices

- Develop high-quality content, including articles, white papers, and industry insights, to educate and influence the contracting community

- Support and lead engagements related to GSA Office of Inspector General (OIG) audits, mandatory disclosures, internal compliance reviews, and labor compliance

- Assist clients in developing compliance programs to effectively manage government contract obligations and regulatory requirements

- Mentor and develop junior team members, building industry expertise and leadership capabilities

- Manage multiple client projects with agility, efficiency, and precision, ensuring deliverables are met on time and within scope

Candidate Qualifications

Required :

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field

- 15+ years of experience in government contracting advisory or direct experience working for a federal contractor (experience with both large and small businesses preferred)

- Deep expertise in government contracting regulations, including FAR, DFARS, CAS, and SBA regulations

- Strong knowledge of Business Systems compliance, including Purchasing, Estimating, Government Property, and Material Management per DFARS

- Experience advising on Joint Ventures, Mentor-Protégé Agreements, and strategic partnerships in the government contracting space

- Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to break down complex regulatory challenges and develop strategic solutions

- Exceptional communication and client engagement skills, with demonstrated ability to interact effectively with C-level executives, government officials, and contracting professionals

- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

- Experience developing and delivering training programs, thought leadership content, and industry presentations

Preferred :

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, data analytics tools, and government contract management software

- Preferred: Willingness to travel occasionally for client engagements, conferences, and presentations

Why work for Aprio:
Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.
 
 
Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
 
 
What’s in it for you:
- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience.  We call it the Aprio Way.  This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.
 
 
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.

The salary range for this opportunity is stated above. As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of the range, and in certain circumstances, may wind up being outside of the listed salary range.