Spirit Defense - Business & Compliance Analyst (Mid-Level or Senior))

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit’s Defense Business Unit (“Spirit Defense”). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Monitor Spirit for compliance with the U.S. Government rules and regulations
• Responsible for disseminating current policy and providing advice, ensuring effective labor and timekeeping compliance for defense employees
• Identify weaknesses and issues and recommend solutions to mitigate and strengthen processes adherence as they relate to timecard entry and approval
• Remain current on applicable U.S. Government regulations, industry best practices, newsletters, media, and information that support compliance standards
• Execute a comprehensive Government Compliance program which includes coaching, formal training, newsletters, and various forms of communication to build, maintain, and improve U.S. Government compliance capability and control
• Respectfully challenge any inconsistencies to ensure full compliance, and aggressively address and fix issues
• Liaison with the U.S. Government agencies of DCAA and DCMA during their reviews and audits to ensure continued compliance
• Ensure continuous improvement by addressing audit findings in subsequent document and training revision

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at our Wichita, KS, location.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 5+ years of related accounting and/or finance experience
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Senior (Level 4): 10+ years of related accounting and/or finance experience
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access
• Knowledge of FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement), and/or Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Skilled in making presentations (verbal and/or written) to key stakeholders and with all levels of the organization
• Experience using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; strong computer skills 
• Detail oriented 

Drug Free Workplace:

We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary Pay Range - Mid-Level (Level 3): $71,750.00 - $110,000.00

Summary Pay Range - Senior (Level 4): $86,500.00 - $132,650.00

Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.