Manager, Government Accounting & Financial Compliance

Summary

Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions. We are a unique, fast-growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations.

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Government Accounting and Financial Compliance Manager  to join our growing team. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, the Manager of Government Accounting will develop and execute strategic plans to ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). Technical accounting tasks such as determining Overhead and G&A rates will only be one aspect of the job. You will have primary responsibility for ensuring Terran Orbital’s accounting and financial functions are all being performed within applicable accounting and financial parameters and best practices. You will also serve as a strategic partner to business units and help improve critical areas of the business through data-driven projects and analysis. In addition, you will need to have strong accounting, data analytics, communication, and presentation skills

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting in ensuring compliance with Government contract requirements (training, reporting, procurement integrity, pricing integrity, and auditing requirements)
• Support company efforts to ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), CAS, and DFARS, as well as contractual terms and conditions
• Overseeing compliance with USG accounting and financial regulations (Cost Accounting Standards, FAR Cost Principles) in support of business unit inquiries and USG customer
• Tracking company’s CAS covered contracts, CAS status, and nontraditional defense contractor status
• Assess information received from government contracting agencies and regulators and disseminate it to impacted personnel
• Ensure best practices are implemented for Government Accounting across programs
• Responsible for compliant invoicing on Government contracts
• Develop policies/procedures for Government Accounting/Financial management on government contracts including invoicing.
• Support programs by preparing financial data to support monthly EAC reviews
• Design, implement, and manage the governance of accounting structure and testing
• Support audits, internal and USG, as needed
• Support pricing and cost proposals for initial offers, modifications, terminations, etc. and any related financial certifications
• Assist in the identification, development, and implementation of new contract and subcontract policies and processes

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or relevant major area of study 
• At least eight years’ cumulative experience supporting government accounting/financial compliance across the breadth of a typical defense contractor, from areas such as business development (bid/proposal pricing, related certifications,), program execution (program financial management, EACs, invoicing.) and overall compliance (setting rates, internal audits, DCAA and/or DCMA audits, etc.).
• In-house experience preferred but not required.
• At least five years’ experience with Cost Accounting Standards compliance and keeping track of a contractor’s CAS-covered contracts and determining CAS applicability
• Ability to issue spot across multiple departments and drive matters to conclusion
• Detailed knowledge of key requirements, practices, and terms and conditions relating to the sale of products paid for by the Government, including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Supplement to the FAR such as DoD for FFP commercial, FFP non-commercial, Cost Type, T&M, and IDIQ contracts
• Must have or be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. The candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements
• Able to communicate and make presentations to senior and executive-level leadership

Additional Differentiators

• Aerospace industry experience
• Prior experience helping maintain a contractor’s status as a nontraditional defense contractor
• Comfortable working in a data-driven, fast-paced, ambiguous, and entrepreneurial environment
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to derive insights from data analysis
• Self-directed and resourceful with the ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and presentation skills
• Ability to build relationships and foster a collaborative environment with all stakeholders
• Integrity, reliability, initiative, and the ability to meet tight deadlines

Benefits

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Salary Range $120,000-$150,000 (CA only)

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer equity for each employee, 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, unlimited flex time off, covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!     

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the 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. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.