Vice President Compliance

As Vice President Compliance, you will be developing and establishing internal strategies, policies, procedures, processes, and programs to prevent violations of law, rule, or regulation and provide guidance for compliance and operational risk management activities across the company. You will collaborate cross-functionally to enhance compliance and meet changing legal and regulatory requirements, serve as a subject matter expert in determining compliance requirements, and address existing and emerging compliance risks. You'll promote a culture of compliance across the organization and create policies to guide the activities of the company in complying with applicable regulatory requirements and internal policies and procedures.

As SNC's corporate team, we provide the company and its business areas with strategic direction and business support spanning executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and update a comprehensive risk-based audit plan in coordination with the Audit Committee for evaluating and testing the effectiveness of controls in place to manage significant risk exposures, ensure the integrity and reliability of information and financial reporting, safeguard company assets, and comply with laws and regulations.

• Lead the development and implementation of compliance programs that ensure the organization complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies

• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including government agencies (DCAA and DCMA) and industry groups related to aerospace and defense

• Oversee preparation of incurred cost proposals (ICP) and forward pricing rate (FPR) submissions, CAS Disclosure Statement.

• Ensure that compliance policies and procedures are communicated effectively across the organization and are consistently applied

• Continually monitor and update the assessment of the internal control environment, keeping abreast of significant control issues, trends and developments.

• Develop test plans and coordinate the performance of management testing of internal controls required by DFARs Business Systems.

• Identify and assess the implementation of new controls as needed.

• Responsible for overseeing investigations and/or review of areas as directed by the Audit Committee.

• Establish effective compliance monitoring and reporting systems that identify and mitigate compliance risks

• Provide guidance and support to employees and departments on compliance-related issues

• Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments to identify potential areas of risk and develop strategies to mitigate those risks

• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure that compliance is integrated into all aspects of the organization

• Stay up to date on changes to laws and regulations that may impact the organization's compliance requirements

• Report regularly to executive leadership on the organization's compliance status, including any identified areas of risk or non-compliance

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field of study

• Relevant experience may substitute for required education

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)/Defense Federal acquisition Regulations (DFARS) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) compliance

• Extensive working knowledge and experience in Government Contracting audit and compliance including experience working with DCAA / DCMA Auditors

• Experience developing and implementing compliance programs

• Proven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviews

• Mastery of the ability to manage complex situations, delegate authority, lead and inspire teams, drive innovative thinking, instill collaboration, drive success, challenge status quo and demonstrate ability to adapt to dynamic situations

• Proven experience and skills in team building, time management, conflict resolution, briefing, presentation, and strategic thinking

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to clearly express concepts in verbal and written forms; ability to tailor conversations to adapt to varying audiences

• Ability to navigate change and uncertainty, make defensible decisions in ambiguity and own those decision

• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret Clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Typically 15-20 years of relevant experience; 12+ years demonstrated government contracting audit and compliance experience

• Higher-level degree may substitute for relevant experience

• Prior public company experience

• Experience on a compliance committee reporting to the board, implementing or enhancing committee activities

• Previous management experience; ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence

• Demonstrated passion for ideation and innovation, as well as motivating others to act by creating a shared sense of vision or purpose.

• Experience automating process to replace manual internal controls

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), CMA, CIA or other relevant government contracting/contract management certifications

• Advanced skills in assessing external competition by gathering data from multiple, often disparate, qualitative and quantitative sources and synthesizing it into meaningful reports and presentations

• Previous management experience; ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence

• Demonstrated passion for ideation and innovation, as well as motivating others to act by creating a shared sense of vision or purpose.

• Ability to quickly grasp technical concepts and understand complex technical and program interdependencies

• Proven long-term and strategic perspective that extends beyond the immediate initiatives; visualizes and articulates a clear direction

• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry,  the US Department of Defense (Civilian), NASA/Civil or commercial space  and/or US Military, with an understanding of defense, aerospace, intelligence, and adjacent markets

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination.  Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.