Government Compliance Director

Company Overview:

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world.   For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft, and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed.  Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions.  Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world.  Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves.   We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re searching for a Government Compliance Director who will develop the strategy for the Iridium government compliance program and take the helm as the primary liaison with government auditors.  This position will require collaborating with departments across Iridium, ensuring our adherence to Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), FARs, DFARs and established processes and procedures, while maintaining compliance with stringent government regulations and internal controls. You'll oversee and ensure the timely completion of various government submissions and be the primary liaison with DCAA. You will continue to help Iridium foster continued growth and development while upholding our regulatory commitments.

What You’ll Do:

• Be responsible for the strategy of the Iridium government compliance program
• Develop and execute a comprehensive compliance plan to ensure continued contractual compliance with all relevant federal provisions
• Act as the government compliance subject matter expert, providing guidance to the accounting, contracts, and procurement, and other business organizations
• Oversee updates to CAS Disclosure statements reflecting current accounting practices and oversee development/monitoring, submission and publishing of all rates, and Incurred Cost Submission.
• Provide necessary Government compliance training related to FAR, DFARS, CAS, etc.
• Utilize subject matter expertise to develop Government team expertise
• Provide guidance on the setup and maintaining compliance for Accounting, Purchasing, Estimating, EVMS, GFP, and Materials management systems
• Interface with DCAA, DCMA and other government representatives, responding to government audits and coordinating corrective actions as necessary
• Influence leadership decisions to ensure appropriate cost structure for government business including rates, allocations, etc.
• Stay current on all government accounting regulations and keep the organization informed of relevant changes

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 15+ years of relevant experience in government accounting
• Experience leading compliance programs along with excellent relationships with internal customers, external customers, and regulators
• Expert understanding of the FAR / DFARS / CAS and leading the development of policies, processes, and procedures
• Proven ability to assess, interpret, and appl government and industry standards, specification, and handbooks to the unique requirements of tasking
• Hands on experience building indirect rate models, completing incurred cost submission, and updating disclosure statement
• Knowledge of accounting practices, pricing and contracts in a government contractor or project-based environment
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present information, drive discussion, and respond to difficult scenarios with limited preparation across all employee groups
• The ability to build productive relationships with all levels of leadership to build consensus and drive results and champion collaboration across multiple departments
• Be able to think on your feet to respond to difficult situations and resolve issues
• Must possess good judgement and decisiveness
• Actively looks for ways to enhance and improve current processes and procedures
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities while ensuring that work is of high quality
• Must be proactive in seeking out knowledge and sharing what you’ve learned with others

We’ll also need you to:

• Be a U.S. citizen
• Be able to travel up to 10%

Work Environment:

This position primarily works in the company office or in a home office. The position is largely sedentary with the majority of the position sitting in a chair and working with a computer. The role uses basic office equipment including a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.