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Location: Idaho Falls, Idaho

Title: Financial Compliance Manager

Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time

Travel Required: No

Clearance: Ability to Obtain

For over 25 years, North Wind Group (North Wind) and its subsidiary companies have been influencing the future of, and aiming to be the nationwide small business leader in, the engineering, environmental, construction, IT/cyber, facility operations, and professional service industries. North Wind allows its employees to develop creative and practical solutions to complex problems, while accomplishing its mission of delivering quality results safely, on time, and on budget, for every project. Our mission is accomplished through forward-thinking, advanced technology services, and our cultivation of a diverse and inclusive workplace.

North Wind recognizes our biggest asset is our employees. Our success is a direct result of the hard work, skills, expertise, and unique perspectives and talents that each of our employees bring to North Wind. We are looking for exceptionally talented, motivated, and dynamic individuals to join the North Wind team – not only to support our mission but be an integral part of our continued success.

POSITION PURPOSE:

This role focuses on accounting compliance to applicable Government Contracting/Government Accounting regulations and systems with emphasis in the accounting/finance organization. The position reviews, manages, and ensures compliance to the FAR, especially Part 31, as well as Business Systems (processes, policies, and tools). They are a trusted member of the Finance and Accounting team, driving compliant solutions to reduce risk.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as the Accounting subject matter expert on GOVCON regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS, DEAR, CAS)

• Maintains and fosters relationships with DCMA, DCAA, EMCBC and related internal personnel.

• Assists in responding to requests for data from DCAA, DCMA and EMCBC.

• Ensures company-wide compliance with DFARS 252.242-7005 Contractor Business Systems. Supports preparation for DCMA Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR) and all other DCMA/DCAA Contractor Business System audit/review activities.

• Develops and updates communication plans to ensure team members understand NWG's specific strategies and their link to GOVCON compliance.

• Maintains knowledge of and examines regulatory/compliance issues to prevent, avoid, and minimize related losses to the Company. This includes consultation with the management team on corrective actions and/or mitigation strategies.

• Works with Functional Managers to create and monitor business processes that comply with the regulated Business System criteria to promote growth, reduce financial risk, and improve profit.

• Directly supports Functional Directors and PMs with all government agency audits.

• Acts as a leader within the organization, providing feedback and coaching to others.

• Develops and delivers training materials to ensure understanding at all levels of the organization.

• Provides visible leadership for safety, ethics, quality, and compliance.

• Conducts internal compliance reviews. Develops/maintains metrics concerning compliance issues.

• Reviews procurement activities, contract administration, cost accounting practices, and other relevant areas to identify potential compliance issues and recommends policy and procedure updates or process improvements to ensure compliance.

• Develops checklists and documentation to address file organization and ensure that correct documentation is maintained and received from/delivered to subcontractors.

• Serve as a resource for clarification or guidance.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Authorities

• Authority is exercised in advisory role integrated with CFO and Company Presidents.

Accountabilities

• Develops and fosters a trusting partnering approach with NWG team based on integrity and respect.

• Accountable to CFO for compliance excellence, adherence to policies and procedures, and effective communication/training of the same.

• Assists in mitigation of overall financial portfolio risk.

• Maximizes Shareholders' return on investments by helping to ensure accounting compliance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

• Preferred ten (10) years relevant Finance/ Accounting experience to include U.S. government compliance experience with FAR, DFARS, DEAR, CAS and/or GAAP.

• Three (3) or more years of management experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership, sound decision-making and strong organizational skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of automated financial systems and excel.

• Knowledge of Advanced Accounting Principles

• Ability to provide expert advice to executive leaders, Functional Directors and PMs.

Special Requirements:

• Must pass pre-employment background check.

• Must pass pre-employment drug testing.

• Must have a valid driver license.

• Ability to pass U.S. Government employment background check and acquire U.S. Government Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential card.

• Ability to travel up to 10%.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MBA or Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

• Ten (10) or more years relevant Finance experience.

• CPA

• DCAA experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position is a sedentary role. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be sitting for long periods of time, but will also be required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee is often required to use hands or fingers to handle, feel, type and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. May require travel up to 10% to various locations.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

This position is in a general office setting with low to moderate noise.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation (https://northwindgrp.com/careers/request-for-reasonable-accommodation-confidential/) form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.