Director of Finance

S³, Inc. is a rapidly growing woman-owned small business founded in 1991, headquartered in Huntsville, AL, that provides technical, programmatic, and logistic services to the U.S. Department of Defense, other U.S. Government agencies, and Partner Nation militaries, co-located with Government requirements. The S³, Inc. staff is 70% veterans. The company operates under an ISO 9001/AS9100 certified Quality Management System.

S³, Inc. has wholly owned subsidiaries that expand the customer base and increase our annual growth rate: KBFS – provides aviation pilot training, heavy lift, aircraft maintenance, and related aircraft services to Government and commercial requirements IAW multiple FAA certifications; S³I – provides OCONUS FMS technical services, maintenance, and aviation platform training; and GLSS – provides SCA/CBA contract aviation maintenance.

S³, Inc. and its subsidiaries are recruiting to expand and develop Corporate Operations to staff for contract growth. At S³, Inc. we're proud to offer above industry standard benefits and encourage our team members to build a fulfilling career with our mission-focused leadership. Work with us and let's build something great together!

S³ Inc. is seeking a Director of Finance to join our Corporate Business Operations team at our corporate HQ in Cummings Research Park, Huntsville, AL.  This is not a teleworking position. The duty site is 615 Discovery Drive, Huntsville, AL 35806.

Military experience is a plus, whereas other requirements are also present. Seniors interested in returning to work are encouraged to apply.

Description:

1. Financial Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement the company’s financial strategies, aligning with the organization’s goals and objectives.
2. Budgeting and Forecasting: Oversee the preparation and monitoring of yearly budgets, internal rates, ensuring financial resources are allocated efficiently, as well as monthly variance analysis.
3. Financial Reporting: Ensure the accuracy of financial statements and reports and compliance with regulations (e.g., GAAP, Government Compliance, CAS). You will work closely with the Controller.
4. Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage the company's cash flow, ensuring the business has sufficient liquidity for operations.  Prepare and maintain a 13-week cash flow model.
5. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks, protecting the organization from potential financial losses.  Ensures compliance with internal procedures, DAR/FAR government regulations, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), and CAS compliance.
6. Team Leadership: Lead and manage the finance, international, and pricing teams, ensuring they are motivated, efficient, and trained in best practices.
7. Internal Controls: Implement strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.  Follow all compliance with DAR/FAR government regulations.
8. Management: Responsible for the employment, training, motivation, and discipline of direct reports. 

Skills & Qualifications:

1. Financial Expertise: Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and financial systems.  A Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting.
2. MBA or CPA (Required)
3. Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex financial data and make strategic decisions for all companies.
4. Leadership and Communication: Excellent leadership and communication skills to manage a team and interact with senior management, present financial results, and give presentations to Sr. Leadership.  At least 10 years of Management experience, with at least 4 years of Management experience within a Federal Government contractor.
5. Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with financial regulations, tax laws, and industry-specific guidelines.  You will need to have Professional-level knowledge of GAAP, DCAA, and CAS/CASB principles.
6. Technology Proficiency: Experience with financial software, mastery of Microsoft Office suite, an ERP system, and data analytics tools.  Expert-level mastery of Deltek Costpoint.  The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, including multi-company Costpoint experience.
7. Problem-Solving: Strong critical thinking skills to solve financial challenges and drive improvements.
8. Calculating Government Rates:  Experience calculating corporate rates, such as indirect burden rates, forward pricing rates, and provisional billing rates for multiple subsidiaries – CONUS and OCONUS.

Systems Studies and Simulation, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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