Sr. Manager, Business Process Controls

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Finance business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

This position will report to the Vice President of Business Process Controls and will interface will all levels of Textron personnel across the businesses, Textron Corporate personnel and the US Government (USG). The ability to interact and communicate with all levels of management within Textron and the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and other USG agencies is critical for this position. This position is expected to work independently and effectively manage staff within the BPC group.

This position will be responsible for documenting and supporting compliance with Textron processes related to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFARS) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). This position will also be responsible for continuously evaluating existing processes for improvement. Additionally, this position will be responsible for resolving issues with the USG customer.

Responsibilities

·       Support various Textron business units with USG audits of business systems, incurred cost submissions, forward pricing rates, and all other USG audits

·       Assist Textron business units and Textron Corporate with maintaining CAS Disclosure Statements

·       Continuously evaluate compliance with CAS and other regulatory requirements

·       Assess any proposed accounting changes and develop cost impacts and/or General Dollar Magnitudes (GDM) to quantify potential impacts

·       Support requests for information from DCAA, DCMA and other USG agencies

·       Review USG audit reports and develop robust responses

·       Be a liaison between the company and USG customers

·       Develop strategies to resolve complex issues

·       Support Direct Assist Audits of Textron USG regulated business systems, as defined in DFARS 7002, and interact with Defense Contract Audit Agency and Defense Contract Management Agency personnel and management

·       Support creation and presentation of Textron position, as it relates to USG compliance, in response to various USG audits

Basic Qualifications:

·       Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree

·       Minimum Years of Experience: 6 year(s)

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Preferred Fields of Study: Accounting or Finance

·       Preferred Knowledge/Skills:

o   Working knowledge of government contracting requirements

o   In-depth knowledge of the FAR, DFARS and CAS and how the regulations apply to various businesses

o   Experience dealing with DCAA, DCMA and other USG agencies

o   Strong computer skills are required with a focus on Microsoft products (Excel, Word, Power Point)

o   Strong verbal and written communication skills are critical

o   Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of Textron management and employees as well as USG personnel

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful.  We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

 - Flexible Work Schedules

 - Education Assistance

 - Career Development & Training Opportunities

 - Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

 - Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

 - Paid Parental Leave

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Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country.  We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.