About the role
REPORTS TO: Director, Finance & US Government Compliance
SUPERVISES: N/A
AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the development of all Finance procedure manuals
Writes, rewrites and edits documents
Conducts review and approval meetings
Acquires subject matter knowledge by interviewing and observing task specific Finance personnel
Responsible for ensuring all updates and changes to Finance manuals are processed, documented and communicated to the Finance team
Responsible for the development of all Finance policies
Ensures annual review of policies and procedures occurs
Maintains all electronic and paper files as it relates to Finance policies and procedures
Ability to work with other departments as need arises for development of additional policies and procedures
Oversee as-needed test/reviews of policies and procedures and report on effectiveness and suggested improvements
Track recommended policy and procedure updates to completion and perform follow-up testing for effectiveness
Act as a Compliance Champion for the organization and work to promote a culture of compliance throughout the organization
Support business unit Tier 1 Compliance Lead in responsibilities as required
QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree required
- 3-5 years of Accounting / Finance experience with proven written communication skills; government contracting experience preferred
- 2-4 years experience as a technical writer with emphasis on policies and procedures preferred.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience interfacing with others to gather information needed to accurately gather necessary data
- Experience with Microsoft applications and flowcharting software is required and proficiency demonstrated
- General knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS and Disclosure Statements preferred
- Understanding of audit environment in which Finance department operates
- TOOLS: NA
- DIRECTION EXERCISED: None
- DISCRETION EXERCISED: Ability to work independent and exercise sound judgment
- LIAISES WITH: Finance department team
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES
Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:
18 years of age or older at time of application
Able to provide proof of US Person Status
- No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
- No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
- Willing to submit to a drug screen
- Willing to submit to a background check
Equal Employment Commitment
Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.
Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.