• Federal Compliance Tester

    IBM (Rochester, MN)


    Introduction

     

    IBM Consulting Finance is looking for a detail oriented, business controls professional with experience testing policies and procedures in a US Federal Government contracting environment. Expertise in FAR and CAS regulations is essential to be successful in this role.

    Your role and responsibilities

    The Federal Compliance Tester is an internal IBM Consulting Finance role that is a part of the Federal Compliance Team. The role is responsible for understanding policies and procedures, developing test plans and performing the testing of processes as it relates to the accounting system, estimating system and procurement system. This role requires a general knowledge of Federal Government Contracting including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) that can be applied when identifying risks/issues and providing recommendations for remediation. The role is also responsible for record keeping of testing performed, results and actions taken. A strong business controls background and/or audit experience is preferred.

     

    A successful candidate will be able to work independently with guidance provided by the Compliance Manager and be proactive in obtaining data needed from internal and external sources to complete requests. Experience with Deltek Costpoint or the ability to quickly learn how to navigate new systems would be helpful for a fast start in the role. The ability to work cross functionally and clearly communicate findings with stakeholders both verbally and written is required.

    Required technical and professional expertise

    * US Citizenship and US location required

    * Bachelors in Accounting/Finance or related field

    * Experience or coursework in Business Controls and/or Audit

    * General knowledge of CAS and FAR and requirements of business systems

    * Work experience with government contracting and CAS/FAR testing programs

    Preferred technical and professional experience

    * Experience in financial management of Government contracts, Compliance and audit

    * Experience with Deltek Costpoint and Cognos

    * Knowledge of AI and process automation

     

    IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.