Introduction to Amazon and Kuiper Government Solutions
Amazon, the world's most customer-centric company, is on the cusp of revolutionizing global connectivity with its Kuiper Government Solutions initiative. This ambitious project aims to design, launch, and maintain a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites, providing low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities worldwide. As a key player in this groundbreaking endeavor, we are seeking an exceptional financial leader to join our team as the Head of Finance, Kuiper Government Solutions. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and contribute to the success of Amazon's next billion-dollar business, we encourage you to apply.
Job Summary
We are looking for a seasoned finance professional with a passion for technology, manufacturing, and financial planning and analysis (FP&A). The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build and articulate financial results and analytical insights to senior business and finance leaders. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing finances for government-funded programs, ensuring compliance with government accounting standards, and leveraging your project management skills to drive business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and input proposals, work breakdown structures, and work package plans as the finance leader
- Manage, prepare, administer, and direct the control of the budget for large and complex programs
- Develop, implement, and report on key financial and operating metrics and performance indicators to measure overall business performance
- Perform analyses and reports to ensure contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
- Build and lead a team of exceptional talent, identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining top performers
- Engage with executive leadership, including finance and business VPs and directors, to provide strategic financial guidance and support
- Utilize project management skills to build new and improve existing processes, driving efficiency and effectiveness across the organization
Essential Qualifications
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, you must possess the following essential qualifications:
- 12+ years of finance experience or a related analytical field
- Export Control Requirement: U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
- Security Clearance: Active US Government security clearance of TS/SCI (with polygraph preferred) and ability to maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
While not required, the following preferred qualifications will make your application more competitive:
- Ability to ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and internal estimating requirements
- Direct experience in government contracting, including working with Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)
- Experience with building Cost Estimates and supporting analysis for government customers (e.g., DoD, NASA, IC)
- Experience submitting invoices to government customers
- Defense Acquisition University (DAU) Cost Estimating certification
- MBA/CMA or equivalent
- Strengths in attention to detail, project management, and the ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously in an ambiguous environment
- Able to influence others without direct authority and work effectively with all levels of the organization
Skills and Competencies
To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop financial models that provide intelligence for business decisions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and articulate financial results and analytical insights to senior business and finance leaders
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a keen attention to detail and a track record of being an advisor to the business
- Entrepreneurial mindset, with a willingness to incorporate new approaches and methodologies, including statistical concepts, while dealing with big data
- Ability to develop and define key business questions and build data sets that answer those questions
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At Amazon, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As the Head of Finance, Kuiper Government Solutions, you will have access to a wide range of career growth opportunities, including:
- Professional development programs, such as training and certification opportunities
- Mentorship and coaching from experienced leaders
- Opportunities to work on high-impact projects and initiatives
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and sales
Work Environment and Company Culture
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees can thrive and grow. Our company culture is built on the following principles:
- Customer obsession: We start with the customer and work backwards
- Ownership: We are owners, and we think long-term
- Invent and simplify: We invent and simplify to make things easier for our customers
- Are right, a lot: We make decisions based on data and analysis
- Learn and be curious: We learn from our mistakes and are always looking for ways to improve
- Hire and develop the best: We hire and develop the best talent, and we invest in their growth and development
- Insist on the highest standards: We insist on the highest standards, and we never settle for "good enough"
- Think big: We think big, and we are not afraid to take risks
- Frugality: We are frugal, and we avoid unnecessary expenses
- Earn trust: We earn trust by being transparent, honest, and fair
- Diversity and inclusion: We value diversity and inclusion, and we strive to create a workplace where everyone can thrive
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
As a full-time employee at Amazon, you will be eligible for a comprehensive compensation package, including:
- Competitive salary
- Stock options and equity
- Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
- 401(k) matching and retirement savings plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Access to employee discounts and perks, including Amazon products and services
Conclusion
If you are a motivated and experienced finance professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for the Head of Finance, Kuiper Government Solutions position. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the success of Amazon's Kuiper Government Solutions initiative and contribute to the growth and development of our company. Don't hesitate to apply – we look forward to hearing from you!
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