Chief Accounting Officer

Chief Accounting Officer

Key Role:

Serve as the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) for Booz Allen Hamilton and be a strategic partner to the Chief Financial Officer. Assume responsibility for the vision, leadership, strategic direction, and performance of the firm’s accounting function. Oversee the design and implementation of financial reporting, revenue accounting, corporate accounting and tax functions, and the implementation of related systems, controls, procedures, and policies. Develop, deploy, and implement company methods, procedures, and practices to safeguard the assets of the company and to accurately reflect its financial results. Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other senior finance, business, and corporate infrastructure stakeholders, and the audit committee on finance matters for the global organization. Attract, develop, motivate, and manage a diverse, high performing team and develop a second succession team.

Basic Qualifications:

15+ years of experience in a financial or accounting role

Experience with accounting and tax policy and ensuring compliance with GAAP and DCAA regulations

Knowledge of accounting principles, SEC regulations, and the provisions of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act

Experience attracting, developing, and motivating a high performing team

Ability to collaborate effectively with the audit committee and the board of directors

Ability to lead with vision and implement action plans to achieve goals

Ability to lead and be comfortable with transformation

Ability to obtain a security clearance

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business

Additional Qualifications:

Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting preferred

CPA certification preferred

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Create Your Career:

Grow With Us

Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.

A Place Where You Belong

Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time.

Support Your Well-Being

Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

Your Candidate Journey

At Booz Allen, we know our people are what propel us forward, and we value relationships most of all. Here, we’ve compiled a list of resources so you’ll know what to expect as we forge a connection with you during your journey as a candidate with us.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $290,000 to $495,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.

If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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