Specialist, Audit - Government Compliance

Job Title: Specialist, Audit - Government Compliance

Job Code: 37815

Job Location: Melbourne, FL 

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking a qualified individual to join our diverse Internal Audit team.

The Specialist, Audit – Government Compliance position is an exciting opportunity to enhance compliance and business expertise through audits and special projects. The role ensures compliance with regulations and controls by examining and analyzing records, reports, operating practices, and documentation; and recommending opportunities to strengthen the internal control structure.

Essential Functions: 

• Develop and maintain working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (including the Department of Defense and other agency Supplements) and Government Compliance subject areas including but not limited to: Cost Accounting Standards; DFARS business systems ( accounting, estimating, MMAS, EVMS, property, purchasing); Contract Administration; Proposal Development; Truthful Cost Or Pricing Data


• Independently and objectively plan and execute audits in accordance with professional auditing standards




• Work is performed with general oversight


• May manage large projects or processes that are both inside and outside of the immediate job area


• May be responsible for supporting complex projects, involving delegation of work and review of work products




• Assist in development and continuous improvement of audit work programs to include sampling methodology and specific audit steps to be performed


• Prepare time and resource budget estimates to perform the audit


• Identify and analyze related key controls, processes, and systems to determine effectiveness


• Effectively interact with and communicate audit status and results to internal audit and business unit management, with emphasis on discussing deficiencies and understanding corrective actions


• Serve as a Government Compliance resource within the Internal Audit function


• Monitor and assess changes in federal regulations, compliance requirements, and government audit programs


• Prepare formal written work papers and reports, documenting audit work performed, and expressing conclusions


• Perform special reviews and internal investigations, as required


• Interface with company-wide Compliance groups


• Travel up to 20%

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and CAS


• DFARS business system experience (accounting, estimating, MMAS, EVMS, property, purchasing)


• Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)


• Relevant certification (CPA, CIA, or CDFM)


• Experience with Artificial Intelligence tools


• Experience working for a government contractor


• Detail oriented with good organizational skills and capable of multi-tasking


• Excellent written and oral communication skills


• A proactive self-starter who is also capable of working effectively in a team environment


• Ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $76,500-$141,500. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, and Vermont is $67,000-$124,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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