The Boldt Company

Government Contract Accounting Manager

The Boldt Company$107K — $146K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or operations management
  • Minimum of seven years in government contracting, covering pre-award and post-award management
  • Preferred: Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) designation
  • Proficient in FAR and CAS, including experience with Incurred Cost Proposals (ICP) and Forward Pricing Rate Agreements (FPRA)
  • Experience interfacing with the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Build and lead capabilities in federal contracting for Boldt
  • Establish foundational government accounting, compliance, and reporting processes
  • Collaborate with finance, operations, and leadership teams to support contract execution
  • Ensure compliance with government contracting regulations
  • Manage and improve systems and procedures related to government contracts

Benefits

  • Work in a high-impact role with autonomy and influence
  • Opportunity to help expand Boldt's presence in a stable, growth-oriented market
  • Gain visibility and make a long-lasting impact in an evolving environment
Full Job Description
Job Title: Government Contract Accounting Manager
Location: Appleton, WI
Company: The Boldt Group
Anticipated Salary Range: $107,000 - $146,000

We are seeking a Government Contract Accounting Manager to help build and lead Boldt's capabilities in federal contracting. This is a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact role where you'll establish the foundation for government accounting, compliance, and reporting across a growing portfolio of projects. Ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-evolving environment, this role partners across finance, operations, and leadership to support contract execution and ensure compliance. If you're an expert in FAR, CAS, and government cost accounting and are energized by building something from the ground up this role offers the autonomy, influence, and visibility to make a lasting impact while helping expand Boldt's presence in a stable, growth-oriented market.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $107,000 - $146,000 (negotiable) annually. This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

What You Bring
  • A bachelor's degree is required, preferably in business administration, accounting, finance, or operations management.
  • Minimum of seven years of experience in government contracting, including pre-award and post-award contract management.
  • Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) designation preferred.
  • Working knowledge of FAR and CAS which includes experience with Incurred Cost Proposals/Submissions (ICP/ICS), Forward Pricing Rate Agreements (FPRA), and certified cost or pricing data requirements, in general.
  • Experience interfacing with the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) preferred.
  • A valid driver's license may be required. Individuals in this role may be subject to an annual Motor Vehicle Records check. The outcome of any MVR checks conducted may negatively impact the persons' ability to participate in any vehicle program provided by the company, including but not limited to the ability to drive a personal vehicle on behalf of The Boldt Company or rent a vehicle through for business travel purposes.

Nice to Have
  • Demonstrated experience in identifying and improving systems and procedures.
  • Exceptional communication skills, and ability to quickly build trust and develop positive relationships with co-workers, government officials, vendors, and customers.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to independently develop and execute plans with a high level of detail, precision, and follow-through.

Unsolicited Correspondence

The Boldt Group and its subsidiaries engage recruiting agencies exclusively through our Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team and only when a valid, Boldt approved agreement is in place. Boldt does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions at any time, including agencies with an active agreement unless the submission is expressly requested by the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of The Boldt Group, and no placement fees will be paid. All agency inquiries must be directed to the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. At this time, we are not entertaining any new agency submissions or outreach.

About The Boldt Company

The Boldt Company is a construction services company headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin. The company was founded in 1889 by Martin Boldt and has since grown to become one of the largest construction firms in the United States. The company provides a wide range of construction services, including design-build, general contracting, and construction management. Boldt has completed projects in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, industrial, and commercial. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. Boldt is a privately held company and is still owned by the Boldt family.
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