Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big dreams and change everything. Those are Dreams Worth Chasing.  

 

At Sierra Space we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Our mission isn’t restricted to the few, instead we see a future where all people can choose to live, work, discover and explore beyond our planet. Our company is building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth and together we will alter the course of humanity.  

We have a bold mission. We are a bold company. Together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

Sierra Space is looking for a Director of Government Accounting to join our Accounting team. The Director of Government Accounting will report to the Corporate Controller. This role will be a highly visible and critical position to ensure compliance with government accounting regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain CASB Disclosure Statement and calculate GDM’s for cost accounting changes

• Lead negotiations with DCMA and DCAA

• Create all required schedules of the annual Incurred Cost Submission and submit to DCAA/DCMA

• Handle requests across the business regarding FAR/DFARs/CAS questions

• Partner with the Compliance Team to support Business System audit requests

• Partner with Compliance, FP&A, Contracts, Pricing, Supply Chain and other teams on Government compliance issues

• Provide guidance and input to stakeholders on allowability of costs in partnership with Compliance

• Review and documentation of indirect rates and rate pools, ensuring rate pools are explained for variance analysis and key drivers (in addition, providing inputs to management on strategy to achieve/manage rate components)

• Calculation and input of actual rates for year-end close accounting

• Support the external financial statement audit process

• Perform monthly actual vs forecast rate analysis and provide to DCMA

• Research cost issues on programs, including labor and pegging of material costs and work with GL and program teams to resolve

• Perform root cause analysis and lead multi-functional team to correct any pegging errors

• Support the GL team in analyzing and correcting issues related to burdens, settlements, assessments, and distributions in SAP

• Provide Government Accounting review and approval for labor and non-labor cost transfers

• Assist in managing master data and meta data including costing sheets, cost element groups, WBSs and project types

• Provide accounting support for special ad-hoc projects as directed by the Corporate Controller

About You:

Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream — to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly – to join us on this transformational journey.  

 

We’re looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision and audacious goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field of study

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)/Defense Federal acquisition Regulations (DFARS) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)

• Expert working knowledge and experience in Government Contracting audit and compliance including experience working with DCAA / DCMA Auditors

• Proven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviews

• Ability to manage complex situations, delegate authority, lead and inspire teams, drive innovative thinking, instill collaboration, drive success, challenge status quo and demonstrate ability to adapt to dynamic situations

• Proven experience and skills in team building, time management, conflict res