FIAR FISCAM Subject Matter Expert
Bering Straits Native Corporation

Overview

SUMMARY

Arcticom. LLC, a subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation is currently seeking a Specialized Subject Matter Expert in the areas of Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) and Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual (FISCAM) as well as other laws, regulations and policies (LRPs) applicable to the financial processes of the of the United States Air Force (USAF) Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul Initiative (MROi) program.
Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and support an integrated systems compliance assessment strategy
• Identify gaps and potential impacts on internal controls and corresponding financial reporting
• Develop and coordinate updates to checklists, instructions, templates to accommodate changes from LRPs
• Investigate auditor observations and/or findings, recommend solutions, and coordinate program responses
• Assist in development or review of system compliance documentation requirements to ensure implementation efficacy and audit readiness
• Answer financial LRP compliance related questions, prepare financial and information privacy position papers, and support the MRO PMO with presentations addressing financial compliance issues
• Prepare reports and facilitate Financial Compliance meetings in the MRO PMO with respect to the Standard Financial Information Structure (SFIS), the Standard Line of Accounting (SLOA), the Financial Improvement and Audit Review (FIAR), and the Federal Information System Controls and Audit Manual (FISCAM) compliance actions and approaches
• Applying subject expertise in evaluating business operations and processes
• Consult across business operations, providing mentorship, and contributing specialized knowledge
• Document processes and disseminate information to all relevant stakeholders

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required (Minimum) Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience specialized to FIAR/FISCAM practices, compliance, policy, and leadership
• Experience with Oracle Financials
• Expertise in financial management including; general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and reporting
• 5+ years of software life cycle testing experience
• Bachelors college degree preferred
• Must be US Citizen
• Must have or be able to attain a DoD security clearance

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with MRO IT system(s) and or technology(ies) to the specific MRO software, hardware, network and Cybersecurity design.
• Specialized knowledge and experience advising about laws, regulations and policies that impact the MRO program.
• Advanced understanding of business analysis techniques and processes.
• Proven work experience as a FIAR/FISCAM lead.
• Previous project management experience is advantageous.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and translate complex information; make appropriate judgements and evaluate options.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, organization, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work and collaborate in group environments
• Understanding of Oracle E-Business Financial Suite, Oracle R12, Oracle 11i: Procure to Pay, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Inventory, cash management and Sub-Ledger Accounting
• High initiative, self-motivation and drive to exceed expectations
• Ability to adapt quickly to an existing, complex environment
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts and software as required
• Excellent analytic and problem solving skills
• Deadline focused, detail oriented, well organized and self-motivated
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and manage time efficiently

Preferred

• DAF WCF financial accounting processes and supporting systems experience
• Oracle cMRO, Projects, and/or Financials implementation experience
• Agile development experience

NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking, or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.

DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation "safety-sensitive" functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse and multi-line telephone system. The work described herein is primarily a modern office setting. Typical work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). Job may require additional hours. Work hours may change at Management's discretion with or without prior notice. Travel (local and continental United States) may be required at the determination of the USAF.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This is a non-supervisory position

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations.

Shareholder Preference. BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug free workplace.

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