Gov Compliance Sr Director

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Act as a primary liaison between the Business Units and DCAA/DCMA. Cooperates with auditors and provides data in support of audits. Understands and interprets the relevant areas of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) to ensure compliance by the business. Assists business units with development and/or review of CAS Disclosure Statements and addressing any comments received from DCAA or DCMA. Assessment and review of annual Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS) to ensure submissions are properly completed. Assists business units with the development of Forward Pricing Rate Proposals (FPRPs) and attaining Forward Pricing Rate Agreements (FRPAs).

• Recognized as an external thought leader within a strategic organization function or job discipline and requires broad and comprehensive expertise in leading-edge theories, techniques and/or technologies within own field
• Proactively identifies and solves problems that impact the management and direction of the business
• May participate in the development of the product or business strategy
• Progression to this level is typically restricted on the basis of individual capabilities and business requirements
• Is part of & speaks at industry forums.
• Has written publications, white papers or other technical papers.
• Called upon by customers or other industry companies for their expertise.
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

• Has ultimate responsibility for the strategic direction of a professional/technical area
• Has responsibility for the function and reports to the site/ SBU head (and/ or to a Home Office functional leader).

• Plans, directs and actively manages the government compliance function.
• Oversees government auditing of the organization’s internal operations as directed by senior leadership.
• Proactively reviews and evaluates internal controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and identifies business risks where applicable.
• Reviews financial transactions or reports for accuracy.
• Provides recommendations to new or existing procedures to improve efficiency or compliance and mitigate risk or loss.
• Provides business-wide focus for efforts relating to compliance with government procurement laws and regulations.
• Includes oversight responsibility for government contract compliance audit and training functions.
• Recommends and supports the establishment of policies on a variety of financial matters, including but not limited to government accounting, government property, and independent research and development issues. 

Supports auditing of certain aspects of the business (ex. business systems as defined in the FAR, FPRPs, and ICSs) to ensure audit findings are addressed and reasonable.

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 12-15 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Business or finance degree preferred
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Oral and written communication skills. Organizational skills. Analytical thinking skills. Government compliance. Detail oriented. Financial compliance. Financial auditing.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Up to 25% travel likely.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.