🚀 SAP Federal Cost Accounting Standards Consultant

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At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company and part of global Accenture, to do work that matters in a collaborative and caring community, where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

The work

The SAP Federal Cost Accounting Standards Consultant will be responsible for configuring and implementing the Controlling (CO) module within SAP for U.S. government agencies or their contractors. This role ensures that cost accounting practices comply with federal regulations, such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure that all cost accounting practices adhere to FAR, CAS, and other federal guidelines, including the proper segregation of direct, indirect, and overhead costs
• Support cost recovery, managing annual rate establishment, and analyzing profitability across different government contracts
• Design, configure, and implement SAP CO modules including Cost Center Accounting, and Product Costing
• Work as the CAS Subject Matter Expert and translate federal government accounting and business requirements into functional SAP S/4HANA designs
• Collaborate with other teams to integrate cost data with related SAP modules like SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), Project Systems (PS), Funds Management (FM), and Finance (FI)
• Conduct testing, troubleshooting system issues, and providing ongoing support for cost accounting processes
• Prepare and present financial reports for stakeholders

Here’s what you need:

• 4+ years of experience with SAP, preferably S/4HANA, in a cost accounting or financial management role
• 3+ years of experience with Cost Modelling in a total cost recovery environment, leveraging and determining overhead rates and indirect costs
• Consulting or direct experience with federal agencies or government contractors
• Deep understanding of cost accounting principles, as well as federal regulations such as FAR, CAS, and GAAP
• Extensive knowledge of the SAP Controlling (CO) module and its integration with other SAP modules, such as FI, PS, FM and Materials Management (MM)

Nice to have:

• Relevant SAP Certifications, such as S/4HANA Financial Accounting
• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field

Eligibility Requirements:

• US Citizens only (no dual citizenship)
• Eligibility to obtain a Public Trust government clearance
• Ability to travel 25% to the client site

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states listed in the job. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states listed is:

$108,400—$203,400 USD

What We Believe
As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

Requesting An Accommodation
Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

Other Employment Statements
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. California residents: additional notifications apply.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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