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Contract Specialist

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 21:11:00 CDT

Aviation Recruiting, LLC Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, International:

Candidate must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a US Passport.

Job Description:

• Responsible for drafting and analyzing LOR, LOA and contracts.
• Review contracts terms and conditions and ensure they comply with RSAF, MODA and FMS policies
• Interpret contract terms and conditions
• Maintain and manage database of contracts
• Interpret LOR, LOA and amendments scope
• Draft amendments for LOA cases
• Meet with USG and contractors in regards to cases
• Assist RSAF in negotiations
• Correspond with varies agencies
• Attend USAF/RSAF briefings
• Prepare and present briefs on FMS cases
• Work Week: Saturday to Wednesday.
• Travel to visit bases, suppliers, Government Executives and attend RSAF entertainment events.
• Position is based at RSAF HQ.

Job Requirements:

• Degree with a background in legal, finance, contract management and accounting.
• Proficiency with contract language
• Understanding of MODA, RSAF, USAF and USG policies and procedures
• Comprehension of SAMM (Security Assistance Manual)
• Good communication skills, both writing and verbal
• Self motivated-but able to work as a team
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Confidence presenting to groups of people
• Trustworthiness and discretions when handling confidential information
• Familiarity with accounting principles
• Ability to network and meet new people
• Familiarity with MS Office products

BDUK Financial Accountant

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 16:01:00 CDT

Boeing Company Bristol, UK, International:

Location Bristol, UK

Security Clearance Required? No Security Clearance Required

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Position Description

Purpose: The BDUK Core Finance & Accounting team is looking for a Financial Accountant to perform analysis and interpretation of accounting data working in accordance with established processes and guidelines as part of the Boeing Defense, Space & Security Accounting Operations Group. An accounting qualification will be required for this role and experience of UK and US GAAP compliance is preferable. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will perform detailed and often complex analysis and interpretation of accounting data focusing on a broad range of Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss Account tasks in accordance with established processes and guidelines. They will also: Identify and resolves accounting issues and implement process improvements to ensure robust and effective internal controls are in place throughout the organization. Prepare standard and ad hoc internal and external financial reports, Management Information (MI) and metrics for management. Actively participate in the development and deployment of new accounting systems and tools. Provide key support in the preparation of UK statutory accounts including regular liaison with company auditors and BDUK Management. Review, analyze, and interpret Company directives, policies, and regulatory requirements in order to recommend and implement accounting policies and practices. Hold accountability for a wide range of account reconciliations between company accounting system (Sage 200) and the Group EAS system (Oracle based) in accordance with The Boeing company procedures and manage the resolution of reconciling items. Comply with group reporting requirements for account reconciliations in the corporate Blackline reconciliation tool. Actively support the Senior accountant and Manager during the accounting month-end closing process by analyzing accounts and booking of journals, holding responsibility for various areas of the balance sheet and P&L. Other ad-hoc accounting activities and projects as required.

Competencies

Adaptability and independent task management

Competencies
Business (Financial) Acumen

Competencies
Highly numerate

Competencies
Honesty and Integrity

Competencies
Position requires experience with large Commercial Off-the-Shelf software accounting/finance applications. Oracle/SAP/SAGE are preferred

Competencies
Skilled team member/contributor

Competencies
Strong Communicator

Competencies
Strong attention to detail

Basic Qualifications For Consideration

Do you have current legal authorisation to work in the EU?

Typical Education/Experience

Education and Experience:Qualified to degree level or equivalent in a business or technical management discipline. The successful candidate will be from a multi-disciplinary background with a proven track record of having demonstrated the key competences listed above. Financial qualification expected. Qualified CIMA/ACA/ACCA ( 4-6 years PQE)

Other Job related information

Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for an international, locally hired position. IT IS NOT FOR AN EXPAT ASSIGNMENT. Benefits and pay are determined in line with local country labor market practices. Please list all of the Countries in which you are a citizen and/or have work authorization for on the top of your resume.

Business Unit Defense, Space&Security
Division Global Services & Support
Program Integrated Logistics
Job Type Non-Management
Experience Level Career/Experienced
US Person Status Required? No

Closing Date: 01/31/2012about closing dates

Accountant

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 14:41:00 CDT

Boeing Company Amsterdam, Netherlands, International:

Location Amsterdam, Netherlands

Security Clearance Required? No Security Clearance Required

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Position Description

across the EMEA Region (Europe, Middle East, Africa). The incumbent will support the accuracy and integrity of the Company’s overall collection and reporting of financial information, tax or/and any other statutory and statistical reporting. Requirements include compliance with various statutory and tax regulations, effective closing of the books, processing of standard financial and operational functions and assistance with special projects as they arise. The candidate should have experience working in a diverse, fast changing and growing business environment. The position calls for someone with a proactive work approach who offers ideas and solutions to problem-solving situations. The candidate should have experience working with cross-functional teams and change management. Reporting to the Regional Finance Manager in Amsterdam responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Responsible for overall accounting functions of entities in assigned countries across the EMEA Region (Europe, Middle East, Africa).
2. Responsible for all kind of statutory reporting in assigned counties across the EMEA Region
3. Support the implementation of the common finance and accounting system and associated processes.
4. Support all kind of internal business partners to ensure i.e. correct Fixed Assets Accounting, Inventory Reporting, AR & AP accounting
5. Support all kind of tax accounting and its reporting
6. Provide guidance to local business support professionals and work closely with payment center team in the Region.

Other duties as assigned by management. Duties subject to change per management requirements.

Competencies

Experience in Oracle will be an advantage.

Competencies
If you have strong English communication (both written and verbal), interpersonal skills as well as excellent analytical and problem solving skills then we are looking forward to receiving you complete application.

Competencies
Tax requirements awareness is a plus as well as knowledge of US GAAP

Competencies
You are the best fit to us if you have 2-3 years experience with different European legislation.

Basic Qualifications For Consideration

Are you eligible to work in the Netherlands ?

Typical Education/Experience

Advanced degree as a qualified accountant e.g. CA, CPA, DECF or equivalent preferred. At least 2 years of work experience with similar areas of responsibility. Work experience with (US) multi-national preferred.

Other Job related information

Demonstrated strength in team leadership Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Occasional international travel outside of the Netherlands is required. Experience in ERP system will be an advantage Experience in Oracle will be an advantage Extensive working knowledge of minimum 2 European FAS/GAAP and tax requirements awareness. Extensive working knowledge of minimum 2 European FAS/GAAP and tax requirements awareness. Knowledge of US GAAP or IFRS is a plus. Experience in ERP system will be an advantage. Strong English communication (both written and verbal) and inter-personal skills. Demonstrated strength in team leadership. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Occasional international travel outside of the Netherlands is required. Knowledge of US GAAP or IFRS is a plus Strong English communication (both written and verbal) and inter-personal skills. Important information regarding this requisition: This requisition is for an international, locally hired position. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK IN THE NETHERLANDS. BOEING WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN IMMIGRATION AND LABOR SPONSORSHIP FOR ANY APPLICANTS. Make sure you list all of the Countries in which you are a citizen. If you have work authorization for a country that you are not a citizen of, please explain this on the top of your resume. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S.-based payroll.

Business Unit Shared Services
Division Ssg Finance & Business
Program International Finance
Job Type Non-Management
Experience Level Career/Experienced
US Person Status Required? No

Closing Date: 02/06/2012about closing dates

Estimating & Pricing Specialist 4

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 14:05:00 CDT

Boeing Company Stafford, Virginia:

Location Stafford, VA

Security Clearance Required? Current Secret - US Citizenship Required

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Position Description

Boeing is in competition to win a U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) contract to provide advisory and assistance in planning, organizing, staffing, controlling and leading the combined efforts of the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) Vehicle Joint Program Office (JPO) civilians, contractor and military personnel. The winning team will include professional program management and technical services for the MRAP family of vehicles with key functional support from Acquisition, Contract Administration, International Programs Support, Systems Engineering, Environment, Safety & Occupational Health (ESOH), Vehicle Systems, Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), and Test and Evaluation. The team will assist the Government Managers throughout the defense acquisition lifecycle including development, production, deployment, operations, support and storage/disposal of the Cougar, Buffalo, and Mine Resistant All-Terrain Vehicle (M-ATV) variants.

Provide programming, planning, budget, execution and acquisition management support. Design and perform various analytical studies using scientific methods. Assist with comprehensive acquisition planning to include integration of requirements definition, acquisition strategy development, program integration with budget and contracting, and program execution. Perform systematic examinations of alternative courses of action in terms of effectiveness and cost to help clarify relevant choices and their implications. Provide price analysis support.

Performs business case and alternatives analyses for technical solutions, manufacturing approaches, capital investment decisions and schedule alternatives affecting future cash flow, earnings, market share and competitiveness. Develops estimates from complex technical requirements through the design, build and support stages of the program. Coordinates the development of the statement of work, identifying significant cost drivers, providing risk and benefit alternatives and determining best estimate approach for proposals. Leads complex business case and alternatives analyses for technical solutions, manufacturing approaches, capital investment decisions and schedule alternatives affecting future cash flow, earnings, market share and competitiveness. Develops estimates from complex technical requirements through the design, build and support stages of the program. Coordinates the development of the statement of work, identifying significant cost drivers, providing risk and benefit alternatives and determining best estimate approach for proposals. Leads new business cost proposals of moderate value. Develops and maintains internal controls to ensure compliance. Develops and revises estimating and pricing policies, systems, tools and training.

Competencies

General

[ + ] Business (Financial) Acumen
Accurately performs substantial quantitative financial calculations and/or understands and explains the complex implications of financial graphs, charts, tables, etc. to other project leads, internal employees, and external customers. Viewed as an expert in integrating complex financial data effectively; allowing for the identification of key issues, decision-making criteria, and the determination of strategies and plans. Uses appropriate financial strategies and systems to maximize cash flow and limit risk to the organization.

[ + ] Communication
Consistently clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Consistently keeps the audience thoroughly engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Consistently frames even complex messages in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Consistently seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used; attends to both direct and indirect messages from others; correctly interprets messages and responds appropriately. Advises fellow project leads and other internal employees in effective communication techniques.

Technical

[ + ] Analytical Skills
Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources with clients, customers and/or suppliers.

[ + ] Estimating Methods
Extensive and specialized knowledge of estimating techniques and relationships used in practical application (e.g., cost models, cost estimating relationships).

[ + ] Pricing Methods Ability
Extensive, specialized knowledge of pricing methods (e.g., cost based, fee based, value based, comparative based, market based pricing) in order to recommend the appropriate approach. .

[ + ] Proposal Processes
Extensive, specialized knowledge of government, company, and local policies, procedures, and regulations (e.g., Estimating system manual, FAR, DFAR, TINA, ITAR, Procurement integrity, Export Compliance) relating to the development of cost proposals. Extensive, specialized knowledge of proposal, accounting, and rate development (common systems). Extensive, specialized knowledge of audit, fact-finding, and negotiation processes (e.g., self audit, internal audit, government audit, effective negotiation) and how they affect the proposal process.

[ + ] Risk, Mgmt & Tech Ready Assess
Extensive, specialized knowledge and understanding of the methodology and processes associated with risk management (including Technology Readiness Assessments), opportunity management, and issues management. Extensive, specialized ability to: identify and/or solicit potential risks, opportunities and issues across multiple disciplines; understand design constraints (technical, cost & schedule) sufficiently to validate/guide other groups' risk mitigation plans, opportunity realization plans, and issue resolution plans; help select/recommend the best plan for mitigating risks, realizing opportunities, and resolving issues; and establish appropriate performance tracking metrics to track risks, opportunities, and issues burndown over time. Extensive, specialized ability to effectively utilize risk / opportunity/ issues management tools (e.g., iso-risk charts/plots and waterfall) to support program/project execution.

Basic Qualifications For Consideration

Do you have experience preparing cost volumes for proposals to the U.S. Government?

Typical Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree and typically 10 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 8 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Job related information

Position requires a current Secret Clearance - US Citizenship Required or equivalent (Refer to Security Clearance Definitions link above). Applicants MUST include their security clearance level, investigation type and investigation date clearly on their resume. Position is contingent on program win. Position would begin in March 2012 and would be 1 year minimum with 2 one year options. Position is located in Stafford, Virginia Relocation assistance is not available. Previous MRAP experience and/or Military service is preferred.

Business Unit Defense, Space&Security
Division Networks & Space Systems
Program Network And Tactical Systems
Job Type Non-Management
Experience Level Career/Experienced
US Person Status Required? Yes

Closing Date: 02/09/2012about closing dates

Estimating & Pricing Specialist 3\4

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 14:05:00 CDT

Boeing Company Renton, Washington:

Location Renton, WA

Security Clearance Required? No Security Clearance Required

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Position Description

This position will be in support of Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) Core Estimating and Pricing. Responsibilities may include serving as the BOE (Basis of Estimate) Focal. Role entails organizing and facilitating quarterly reviews, coordinating with BOE focals within each E&P/PFA (Estimating and Pricing/Procurement Financial Analysis) organization, providing BOE training as needed and creating and maintaining all related BOE metrics. Also responsible for maintaining BOE process documentation within BCAAM (BCA Analyst Manual) and coordinating monitoring and compliance site audits related to BOE. Other key responsibilities include project managing the CER (Cost Estimating Relationship) training course and supporting the BCA Core CER development team. Selected candidates will assist in the development, documentation and maintenance of BCA Estimating methods and tools, including but not limited to BCA pricing standards, cost estimating relationships and analysis, consolidation of BCA wrap rate processes, escalation guidance, creation of a common BCA cost model, and employee development training and overall compliance guidance. Evaluates and develops business cases for technical solutions, manufacturing approaches, capital investment decisions and schedule alternatives affecting future cash flow, earnings, market share and competitiveness. Develops estimates from technical requirements through the design, build and support stages of the program. Performs statistical analyses to identify opportunities and risk and mitigation plans. Evaluates pricing instructions, special clauses, evaluation criteria, contract terms and conditions and work breakdown structure, included in a Request for Proposal.

Competencies

General

[ + ] Business (Financial) Acumen
Accurately performs quantitative financial calculations and/or understands the implications of financial graphs, charts, tables, etc. on own work group, other work groups, and occasionally on external customers. Integrates financial data effectively allowing for the identification of key issues, decision-making criteria, and the determination of strategies and plans for own work group, other work groups, and occasionally with external customers. Contributes to appropriate financial strategies and systems to maximize cash flow and limit risk to the organization.

[ + ] Business (Operational) Acumen
Knowledgeable about how the business and organization work; knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, and information affecting the business and organization; understands the competition; is aware of how tactics work in the marketplace. Understands how to accomplish tasks both through formal channels and the informal network; understands the origin and reasoning behind key policies, practices and procedures; understand the cultures of the organization.

[ + ] Communication
Clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.

[ + ] Customer Focus
Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive customer relationships; uses information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; periodically becomes involved in sharing information with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how actions or plans will affect customers; responds quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems; assists higher graded employees and/or project team leaders in implementing ways to monitor and evaluate customer concerns, issues, and satisfaction and to anticipate customer needs.

Technical

[ + ] Analytical Skills
Basic - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the department level.
Preferred -Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources with clients, customers and/or suppliers.

[ + ] Estimating Methods
Basic - Complete knowledge of estimating techniques and relationships used in practical application (e.g., cost models, cost estimating relationships).
Preferred -Extensive and specialized knowledge of estimating techniques and relationships used in practical application (e.g., cost models, cost estimating relationships).

[ + ] Operations Processes
Basic - Complete knowledge of the responsibilities and tasks performed by various Operations departments/disciplines (e.g., Fabrication, Assembly, Tooling, Quality, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering). Complete knowledge of the interactions between departments/disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-operations processes (e.g., Engineering, Business, Logistics).
Preferred -Extensive and specialized knowledge of the responsibilities and tasks performed by various Operations departments/disciplines (e.g., Fabrication, Assembly, Tooling, Quality, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering). Extensive and specialized knowledge of the interactions between departments/disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-operations processes (e.g., Engineering, Business, Logistics).

[ + ] Procurement Processes
Basic - Complete knowledge of the responsibilities and tasks performed by various procurement departments/disciplines. Complete knowledge of the interactions between departments/disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-Procurement processes (e.g., Engineering, Business, Operations, Logistics).
Preferred -Extensive and specialized knowledge of the responsibilities and tasks performed by various procurement departments/disciplines. Extensive and specialized knowledge of the interactions between departments/disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-Procurement processes (e.g., Engineering, Business, Operations, Logistics).

[ + ] Proposal Processes
Basic - Complete knowledge of government, company, and local policies, procedures, and regulations (e.g., Estimating system manual, FAR, DFAR, TINA, ITAR, Procurement integrity, Export Compliance) relating to the development of cost proposals. Complete knowledge of proposal, accounting, and rate development (common systems). Complete knowledge of audit, fact-finding, and negotiation processes (e.g., self audit, internal audit, government audit, effective negotiation) and how they affect the proposal process.
Preferred -Extensive, specialized knowledge of government, company, and local policies, procedures, and regulations (e.g., Estimating system manual, FAR, DFAR, TINA, ITAR, Procurement integrity, Export Compliance) relating to the development of cost proposals. Extensive, specialized knowledge of proposal, accounting, and rate development (common systems). Extensive, specialized knowledge of audit, fact-finding, and negotiation processes (e.g., self audit, internal audit, government audit, effective negotiation) and how they affect the proposal process.

[ + ] Statistical Concepts
Basic - Complete knowledge of statistical analysis concepts such as normal distribution, standard deviations, mean, probability, and confidence levels.
Preferred -Extensive and specialized knowledge of statistical analysis concepts.

Basic Qualifications For Consideration

Do you have experience with applying parametric estimating methodologies?

Do you meet the criteria described in the 'Typical Education / Experience' section of this requisition?

Typical Education/Experience

Level 3 - Bachelor's and typically 6 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Level 4 - Bachelor's degree and typically 10 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 8 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Job related information

Degree preferred.

Business Unit Commercial Airplanes
Division Finance & Contracts
Program Bca Controller Organization
Job Type Non-Management
Experience Level Career/Experienced
US Person Status Required? Yes

Closing Date: 01/30/2012about closing dates

Accountant 2

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 14:05:00 CDT

Boeing Company Renton, Washington:

Location Renton, WA

Security Clearance Required? No Security Clearance Required

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Position Description

Analyzes standard financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Statement of Cash Flows) to assess the financial viability of existing and potential suppliers. Performs pre-contract assessments to determine whether suppliers can financially support work statements. Effectively communicate (both verbally and in writing) to Supplier Management, advising of potential risks. Assists Supplier Management in developing risk mitigation plans to minimize performance risk to Boeing for both pre-contract assessments and critical suppliers. Works with business partners to develop future strategy for suppliers being reviewed. Participates in effectively presenting findings and risk assessments to Leadership Team and Supplier Management.
Performs the above tasks with general direction.

Competencies

General

[ + ] Adaptability
Generally understands changes in own and others' work-group tasks and situations as well as the logic or basis for change; generally seeks information about changes affecting own and fellow employees' jobs. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors.

[ + ] Communication
Generally clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Usually keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Generally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.

[ + ] Contributing To Team Success
Makes procedural or process suggestions to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups for achieving team goals or performing team functions; tries to provide necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to help the team accomplish its goals; listens to and fully involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents; shares important or relevant information with the team; adheres to the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team.

[ + ] Decision Making
Recognizes a variety of issues, problems, or opportunities in own and occasionally in other work groups and determines whether action is needed; identifies the need for and collects information to better understand issues, problems, and opportunities. Generally integrates information from a variety of sources; detects general trends, associations, and cause-effect relationships. Creates relevant options for addressing problems/opportunities and achieving desired outcomes. Generally formulates clear decision criteria; evaluates options by considering implications and consequences; chooses an effective option. Implements decisions or initiates action within a reasonable time. Generally includes work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups in the decision-making process as warranted to obtain good information, make the most appropriate decisions, and ensure buy-in and understanding of the resulting decisions.

[ + ] Managing Work
Has a general sense of more critical and less critical activities and tasks; adjusts priorities when appropriate. Generally ensures that required equipment and/or materials are in appropriate locations so that own and others' work can be done effectively. Allocates own time to complete work; tries to coordinate own and others' schedules to avoid conflicts. Usually takes advantage of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently. Uses time effectively and rarely allows irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion.

Technical

[ + ] Analytical Skills
Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the work group level.

Basic Qualifications For Consideration

Do you have experience performing Financial statement analysis?

Do you meet the criteria described in the 'Typical Education / Experience' section of this requisition?

Typical Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree and typically 3 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 1 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Job related information

The successful candidate will possess excellent analytical skills, as well as strong oral and written communication skills. Accounting/Finance degree is preferred. CPA with public accounting experience is desirable. Experience in assessing financial health is beneficial. Travel and overtime may be required.

Business Unit Shared Services
Division Ssg Finance & Business
Program Finance Services
Job Type Non-Management
Experience Level Career/Experienced
US Person Status Required? Yes

Closing Date: 02/02/2012about closing dates

Estimating & Pricing Specialist 5

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 14:05:00 CDT

Boeing Company Renton, Washington:

Location Renton, WA

Security Clearance Required? No Security Clearance Required

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Position Description

BCA (Boeing Commercial Airplanes) Core Estimating Methods & Tools has an opening for an Estimating and Pricing Analyst. The selected candidate will develop highly complex Coded Project business cases and alternative analyses for technical solutions, manufacturing approaches, capital investment decisions and schedule alternatives affecting future cash flow, earnings, market share and competitiveness. Directs the development of independent cost estimates from complex or unique technical requirements through the design, build and support stages of the program. Collaborates on the development of the statement of work, identifying significant cost drivers, providing risk and benefit alternatives and determining best estimate approach for high value proposals. Lead BCA estimating & pricing representative for Significant Regulatory Issues management. Develop business cases, require business unit and Program coordination and Leadership communication, as needed. Lead the development of estimating and pricing training and tools.

Competencies

General

[ + ] Business (Financial) Acumen
Accurately performs advanced quantitative financial calculations and/or understands and explains the implications of financial graphs, charts, tables, etc. to team leaders, managers, executives, and internal employees. Mentors others in integrating unusually complex financial data; effectively allows for the identification of key issues, decision-making criteria, and the determination of strategies and plans of value to the organization. Consistently and proactively uses appropriate financial strategies and systems to maximize cash flow and limit risk to the organization.

[ + ] Business (Operational) Acumen
Advanced understanding of how the business and organization work and why; knowledgeable in current and develops future policies, practices, trends, and information affecting the business and organization; thorough understanding of the competition; understands how tactics work in the marketplace. Accomplishes tasks and influences change through formal channels and the informal network; understands the origin and reasoning behind key policies, practices and procedures; helps others understand and work effectively within the cultures of the organization.

[ + ] Communication
Consistently and proactively clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Guiders others in keeping their audience thoroughly engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames highly complex and or advanced information in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Regularly seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Attends to both direct and indirect messages from others; correctly interprets messages and responds appropriately. Mentors and advises fellow project leads and other internal employees on effective communication techniques.

[ + ] Customer Focus
Provides enterprise level modeling for making customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive, high-level customer relationships as they relate to complex and large scale projects; actively seeks information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; presents project level information to senior level customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how complex project level decisions/actions/plans will affect customers; responds quickly to meet significant customer needs and resolve complex problems; provides enterprise level thought leadership on monitoring and evaluating customer concerns, issues, and satisfaction and to anticipate customer needs.

[ + ] Driving For Business Results
Systematically evaluates a wide range of business opportunities and targets those opportunities with the greatest potential for producing positive business results. Establishes stretch goals for self, team leaders, managers and internal employees that are designed to achieve positive business results. Works tenaciously toward and derives satisfaction from achieving stretch goals related to positive business results. Remains self-disciplined; measures progress and evaluates results; reprioritizes as appropriate; prevents irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with timely completion of important tasks.

Technical

[ + ] Analytical Skills
Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the business unit level.

[ + ] Engr Knowledge & Comprehension
Advanced knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, and systems. The ability to communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design, production, and support of products, services, or other deliverables.

[ + ] Estimating Methods
Advanced/expert knowledge in estimating techniques and relationships used in practical application (e.g. cost models, cost estimating relationships, parametric models).

[ + ] Risk, Mgmt & Tech Ready Assess
Advanced, expert knowledge and understanding of the methodology and processes associated with risk management (including Technology Readiness Assessments), opportunity management, and issues management. Advanced, expert ability to: identify and/or solicit potential risks, opportunities and issues across multiple disciplines; understand design constraints (technical, cost & schedule) sufficiently to validate/guide other groups' risk mitigation plans, opportunity realization plans, and issue resolution plans; help select/recommend the best plan for mitigating risks, realizing opportunities, and resolving issues; and establish appropriate performance tracking metrics to track risks, opportunities, and issues burndown over time. Advanced, expert ability to effectively utilize risk / opportunity/ issues management tools (e.g., iso-risk charts/plots and waterfall) to support program/project execution.

[ + ] Statistical Concepts
Advanced/expert knowledge of statistical analysis concepts.

Basic Qualifications For Consideration

Do you meet the criteria described in the "Typical Education / Experience" section of this requisition?

Do you have a minimum of 5 years experience working independent cost estimates or highly complex business cases?

Typical Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree and typically 15 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 13 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Job related information

Degree preferred.

Business Unit Commercial Airplanes
Division Finance & Contracts
Program Bca Controller Organization
Job Type Non-Management
Experience Level Career/Experienced
US Person Status Required? Yes

Closing Date: 02/01/2012about closing dates

Actuary 4\5

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 14:05:00 CDT

Boeing Company Seattle, Washington:

Location Seattle, WA

Security Clearance Required? No Security Clearance Required

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Position Description

This position will oversee the development, documentation, analysis and communication of demographic data that is used to develop the liabilities associated with Boeing's retirement plans, including pension, retiree medical and sick leave plans. Specific tasks include developing standards for gathering actuarial data (demographics, actuarial liability) for the administrator of a benefits plan being audited (pension, retiree medical) by various entities (e.g., IRS, Department of Labor, Department of Defense, independent auditors) and advising management on interpretation of data.

The position will also act as the actuarial group's representative with all parties who are involved with financial, internal, and regulatory audits. In that capacity, the position will serve as an subject matter expert in the gathering and analysis of demographic and economic data (age, company service, plan eligibility, salary, plan assets, benefit payments, claims costs) to set assumptions and calculate each plan's (pension, retiree medical) actuarial liabilities and costs. The position will advise management on interpretation of complex analyses that includes comparing new data with prior year's data and an independent source (retirement administrative systems, payroll systems, company workforce reports) to ensure completeness and consistency for actuarial valuation.

As necessary, the position will educate, advise and obtain consensus from multiple parties regarding various pension and retiree medical cost scenarios. Under the direction of the directors of actuarial services, the position performs actuarial pricing of benefit plan design and demographic changes to determine short- and long-term costs to The Boeing Company and for allocation to major Company divisions.

The position requires strong communication and organizational skills, experience in analyzing actuarial or demographic data, familiarity with Excel, Access or SQL, and knowledge of actuarial concepts such as interest theory and life contingencies.

Competencies

General

[ + ] Communication
Consistently clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Consistently keeps the audience thoroughly engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Consistently frames even complex messages in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Consistently seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used; attends to both direct and indirect messages from others; correctly interprets messages and responds appropriately. Advises fellow project leads and other internal employees in effective communication techniques.

[ + ] Managing Work
Consistently identifies highly critical and less critical activities and tasks amidst a large number of competing demands; adjusts priorities when appropriate. Consistently ensures that required equipment and/or materials are in appropriate locations so that own and others' work can be done effectively. Effectively allocates own time to complete work; coordinates own and others' schedules to avoid conflicts. Consistently takes advantage of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently. Uses time effectively and prevents irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion.

Technical

[ + ] Actuarial Science Principles
Basic - Extensive and specialized knowledge of actuarial science principles (e.g., interest theory, numerical analysis, probability and statistics, operations research, risk management, demography) to perform actuarial present value calculations and/or analyze issues (e.g., benefits, financial planning, cost allocation). Ability to use this extensive and specialized knowledge to select and differentiate actuarial formulas and methods to calculate results for pension and retiree medical benefits.
Preferred -Advanced/expert knowledge of actuarial science principles (e.g., interest theory, numerical analysis, probability and statistics, operations research, risk management, demography) to perform actuarial present value calculations and/or analyze issues (e.g., benefits, financial planning, cost allocation). Ability to use this advanced/expert knowledge to explain the limitations of actuarial formulas and methods and determine the appropriate circumstances for their use in analyzing pension and retiree medical benefits.

[ + ] Analytical Skills
Basic - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources with clients, customers and/or suppliers.
Preferred -Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the business unit level.

[ + ] Information Technology Fluency
Basic - Extensive and specialized ability in the use of personal and network computing hardware and software to maintain and direct project information, such as, statements of work, resource identification and usage, task status, cost estimating and tracking, etc. Extensive and specialized knowledge of processes and tools to maintain, archive, and retrieve digital files. Extensive and specialized ability in constructing/building and providing reports and presentation material as needed for assigned projects. Extensive and specialized knowledge of identifying and gaining approval of testing of established applications to meet project requirements.
Preferred -Advanced/expert level of understanding and proficiency in the use of networking computing hardware and software applications. Advanced/expert knowledge of processes and tools to maintain, archive, and retrieve digital files. Advanced/expert ability in providing project information, such as, statements of work, resource identification and usage, task status, cost estimating and tracking, etc. Advanced/expert ability around constructing/building and providing reports and presentation material as needed for assigned projects. Advanced/expert knowledge of identifying and gaining approval of testing of established applications to meet project requirements.

Basic Qualifications For Consideration

Do you have experience analyzing actuarial or demographic data?

Do you have work experience using Excel or Access or SQL?

Do you have experience using actuarial concepts such as interest theory and life contingencies?

Typical Education/Experience

Level 4 - Bachelor's degree and typically 10 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 8 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Level 5 - Bachelor's degree and typically 15 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 13 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Job related information

Prefer candidates with either 10+ years of experience or a combination of 3+ years of experience and at least 3 actuarial exams.

Business Unit Corporate
Division Finance
Program Corporate Controller
Job Type Non-Management
Experience Level Career/Experienced
US Person Status Required? No

Closing Date: 02/25/2012about closing dates

Estimating & Pricing Specialist 3

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 14:05:00 CDT

Boeing Company Everett, Washington:

Location Everett, WA

Security Clearance Required? No Security Clearance Required

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Position Description

Supports and or develops the creation of simple to complex estimates and forecasts and pre-proposal cost trades. Identifies and coordinates with functions involved in implementing the statement of work, identifying significant cost drivers determining best estimate approach, preparing basis of estimate and independently preparing estimates and risk assessments. Assists with and or prepares sensitivity and make/buy analyses. Assists and or prepares the preparation of presentation package and supports estimates during review or fact finding. Evaluates customer technical and proposal requirements. Assists pricing by applying appropriate pricing methods, conducting analysis and developing pricing instructions. Assists with review of estimates, terms, conditions, ground rules and assumptions. Applies rates and factors to cost elements and assembles proposals by integrating appropriate documentation. Can be expected to provide guidance on fee strategy and pricing. Supports/Develops estimating and pricing policies; identifying and resolving pricing system issues. Supports fact-finding, negotiation and post-award audit activities, participates in internal control audits. Participates in and or leads the development and maintenance of estimating and pricing methods and effective internal controls to assure compliance. Collects and analyzes cost and non-cost data in structured systems. Maintains historical data for use by estimators. Uses business plan data and forecasts to develop rates and factors for use in estimates, pricing and proposals. Participates and or performs the evaluation of business cases by using a wide range of qualitative and quantitative techniques to perform risk, financial and competitive analysis, providing business decision recommendations. Develops and evaluates processes to optimize operational efficiency and promote changes in a manufacturing, engineering, and service fields. Uses mathematical models to optimize use and integration of facilities, equipment, materials, processes and personnel. Is able to develop and communicate the financial implications of the current processes as well as the optimal environment.

Competencies

Typical Education/Experience

Bachelor's and typically 6 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Job related information

The requisition is for Everett 747, 767, 777 Estimating. Preferred candidates will possess a manufacturing background or an educational emphasis in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Technology or Business. Degree preferred. Furthermore, the preferred candidate will be able to apply Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering methods and techniques in the development of estimates.

Business Unit Commercial Airplanes
Division Bca Airplane Programs
Program Bca Airplane Programs
Job Type Non-Management
Experience Level Career/Experienced
US Person Status Required? Yes

Closing Date: 04/16/2012about closing dates

Accountant 1\2

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 14:05:00 CDT

Boeing Company Tukwila, Washington:

Location Tukwila, WA

Security Clearance Required? No Security Clearance Required

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Position Description

Gathers, analyzes, prepares and reconciles data in accordance with predetermined Company directives, policies and external regulatory requirements to monitor and support compliance with accounting policy and classification practices. Reviews and interprets Company directives to guide and make recommendations regarding accounting policies and practices. Reviews and analyzes relevant accounting source documents to ensure that posted amounts are correctly classified according to Company policy. Maintains, documents and monitors effective internal controls and processes to ensure system integrity and compliance with accounting system requirements. Identifies accounting system issues. Supports internal and external auditors regarding accounting policy and classification practices specifically to job function. Prepares standard internal and external financial reports based on accounting information and data according to predetermined guidelines. Works under close supervision.

Competencies

General

[ + ] Communication
Makes an effort to clarify purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Tries to keep the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. With guidance from others frames messages in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; tries to use terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Occasionally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; tries to present message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; at times requires guidance from others on how to respond.

[ + ] Contributing To Team Success
Occasionally makes procedural or process suggestions to work group members for achieving team goals or performing routine team functions; tries to provide necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to help the team accomplish its goals; listens to and involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents; shares important or relevant information with the team; adheres to the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team.

[ + ] Decision Making
Generally recognizes routine issues, problems, or opportunities in own work area and determines whether action is needed; generally identifies the need for and collects information to better understand issues, problems, and opportunities; tries to integrate information from different sources; detects trends, associations, and cause-effect relationships; generally creates relevant options for addressing problems/opportunities and achieving desired outcomes; develops an understanding of decision criteria; evaluates options by considering implications and consequences; chooses an effective option; generally implements decisions or initiates action within a reasonable time; gains experience in including fellow work group members in the decision-making process as warranted to obtain good information, makes appropriate decisions, and ensures buy-in and understanding of the resulting decisions.

[ + ] Managing Work
Has a general sense of more critical and less critical activities and tasks within own work group; adjusts priorities when appropriate. Tries to ensure that required equipment and/or materials are in appropriate locations so that own and others' work can be done effectively. Allocates own time to complete work; tries to coordinate own and others' schedules to avoid conflicts. Has a general understanding of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently. Generally uses time effectively and usually prevents irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion.

Technical

[ + ] Acctg Systems & Process
Basic - Basic knowledge of how to maintain and document effective internal controls and processes to ensure system integrity and compliance with accounting system requirements. Basic ability to identify accounting system issues. Basic ability to support internal/external auditors related specifically to job functions and under the review of higher levels.
Preferred -General knowledge of how to implement/maintain/document effective internal controls and processes to ensure system integrity and compliance with accounting system requirements and company internal control guidelines and requirements. General ability to identify and resolve accounting system issues. General ability to support internal/external auditors and provide assistance regarding implementation and problem resolution. General ability to support development and deployment of accounting systems and tools.

[ + ] Analytical Skills
Basic - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources.
Preferred -Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the work group level.

[ + ] Financial Reporting
Basic - General knowledge of how to prepare internal/external financial reports based on accounting information/data in accordance with company and regulatory policies and procedures.
Preferred -Basic knowledge of how to prepare internal/external financial reports based on accounting information/data in accordance with company and regulatory policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications For Consideration

Do you meet the criteria described in the ' Typical Education / Experience ' section of this requisition?

Typical Education/Experience

Level 1 - Bachelor's degree. Level 2 - Bachelor's degree and typically 3 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 1 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Job related information

CAS (Cost Accounting Standards) and/or FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) experience preferred but not required

Business Unit Engineering Ops & Tech
Division Finance
Program Eo&T Controller
Job Type Non-Management
Experience Level Career/Experienced
US Person Status Required? Yes

Closing Date: 01/30/2012about closing dates