Manager EVMS Compliance

REPORTS TO: Director of Production Control SUPERVISES: Not Applicable AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures the Company maintains EVMS compliance with federal government contracting rules and regulations which involve financial reporting by performing regulatory reviews and research
• Primary responsibility of Company surveillance as it relates to DCMA EVMS Compliance Metric (DECM)
• Responsible for Corrective Action Plan (CAP) log
• Responsible for implementation of CAP as it relates to open Corrective Action Request (CAR) data
• Responsible for weekly/monthly DECM compliance assessments on overall health of program
• Leveraging evms/scheduling/planning software tools to automate metrics and findings
• Performs operational reviews consistent with internal policies and procedures
• Liaises with various government agencies, predominately DCMA/ SUPSHIP, external audit agencies and other financial consulting organizations
• Educate and train Control Account Managers, Schedulers and EVMS Analyst on DECM and other EVMS requirements
• Responsible for Control Account Manger (CAM) training program and testing
• Manages all aspects of EVMS audits for Austal USA and its subsidiaries
• Prepares responses to SUPSHIP/DCMA or other government agency audit requests and reports as well as maintains internal management review reporting
• Determines and develops audit strategies that provide economic value to the entire Company
• Manages the EVMS compliance function of Austal USA and its subsidiaries
• Manages and coordinates all miscellaneous compliance reporting requirements involving all financial reporting
• Works with management to identify potential government and risk compliance problems
• Oversees the development of policies and procedures for areas of responsibility within the organization
• Act as a EVMS Compliance Champion for the organization and work to promote a culture of compliance throughout the organization.
• Monitoring for changes in, and making recommendations for improvements to comply with laws, rules, regulations, and policies that govern business activities in your department or subject area.
• Assist in compliance risk assessments and risk reporting in accordance with the Company's risk assessment program.
• Developing, providing, and documenting compliance training, as applicable.
• Compliance monitoring, surveillance, and auditing efforts, and assisting in investigations of suspected compliance violations.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) or equivalent required
• 7-10 years in support of manufacturing in compliance, EVMS scheduling, material program planning or audit related experience
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant work experience in the Federal contracting industry
• Strong knowledge of 142 EVMS Test Metric Specifications.
• Experience with government compliance issues required, especially with DCAA/ DCMA/SUPSHIP
• Experience external audit firms preferred
• Ability to build strong relationships, strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate and address questions with all levels of management.
• Must work with a sense of urgency and have the ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner. Can handle demands from multiple customers and has the ability to prioritize.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams/organizations with attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail, organization skills a must.
• Strong computer proficiency and technical aptitude to utilize MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with EVMS/Scheduling tools, preferably Empower and Primavera.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, preferably IFS.

TOOLS: Not Applicable
DIRECTION EXERCISED:
DISCRETION EXERCISED: Ability to work independent and exercise sound judgment. Exercises a wide degree of latitude and creativity when analyzing issues and suggesting solutions. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
LIAISES WITH: All departmental personnel throughout the organization to include Senior Leadership. Auditors, Finance Team, CAMs, Controller, CFO, DCMA/DCAA/ SUPSHIP, Corporate personnel, Compliance Consultants, EVMS, Schedulers, Planners and other Regulatory Authorities.
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES: The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.

• All candidates must meet Austal USA's basic employment eligibility guidelines:
  • 18 years or older at time of application
  • Able to provide proof of US Person status (permanent resident or citizen)
  • No felony convictions of theft/deception or violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
  • Willing to submit to a drug screen
  • Willing to submit to a background check

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, +90dB.
Equal Employment Commitment
Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.
Austal shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.