Contracts And Finance Support Manager

Customer Service · Palo Alto, United States

Job description

Rhombus is purposefully transforming the nation’s defense and national security enterprises with Guardian, its Artificial Intelligence platform for strategic, operational, and tactical decision-making at the speed of relevance. 

We are looking for people who are driven by a sense of purpose. In this role, you will solve our customer’s uniquely complex problems that others have said could not be solved, sometimes building things that have never before been built. 

You will have to accomplish these ambitious, industry-first projects on challenging timelines to meet the speed of the warfighter. Even as you apply that breathtaking creation of singular complexity, you will immediately need to move to the next complex challenge.  You will excel in this role if you are hungry to make a difference and are intellectually bold, and you’ll excel because you know that there is no other team in the world that could succeed under such conditions, and because you are proud to leave your indelible mark on the nation. And then you will smile when you hear our clients say, “If we can dream it, Rhombus can do it.” 

Come join our cross-disciplinary and world-class team of technologists who are working hard every day to deliver game-changing solutions to transform national security. 

Learn more about Rhombus and watch a demonstration of Guardian, our cutting edge AI Platform here, with additional insights here

Job Description

As a Contracts and Finance Support Manager, you will help Rhombus address the full breadth of our contractual obligations during the US Government acquisitions and sustainment lifecycle, as well as manage the entirety of Rhombus’ contract responsibilities. You will also be responsible in supporting all outputs associated with Financial, Planning & Analysis (FP&A), including but not limited to annual budget preparation, monthly forecasts, strategic planning, management reporting, and special projects. 

You will serve a critical function supporting our US Government business. You will collaborate with Rhombus’ Executive Suite, Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Business Development teams to manage the government contracting process and contracting office relationships, and keep pace with our diverse and expanding portfolio of Federal partnerships. Rhombus is a fast-growing company at the early stages of growth, and we’re seeking like-minded, mission-oriented candidates that must be resourceful, creative, and eager to take ownership of complex matters. 

This is a fast-paced, ‘roll-up your sleeves’ role. On any given day, you’ll help push deals across the finish line, review, edit, negotiate, and complete critical contract documentation, reviews balance sheet account analysis, respond to FOIAs, develop and present ad hoc financial reports, build out pricing proposals, review NDAs, negotiate data contracts, travel to program offices to negotiate terms, implement new company directives/policies, all while supporting other high-impact projects from leadership. In this role, there is always a new challenge to conquer with opportunities for career growth and company growth and impact.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Provide contract and subcontract support for various CPFF, FFP, T&M, IDIQ Government (FAR/DFARS) contracts and Other Transaction Agreements. 
  • Support of these contracts may involve proposal development and reviews, contract negotiation, contract compliance, contract/task order management, contract modifications, and contract close-out. Functions for this role will also include Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements and issuing RFPs.
  • Stay up to date on relevant regulations, including FAR and DFARS, with the motivation to quickly learn new concepts.
  • Directly support the budgeting process, forecasting process, strategic planning process, and standard management reporting. 
  • Support the review and approval process of balance sheet account analysis, statement of cash flows and supporting schedules and standard consolidated reporting packs. 
  • Produce a variety of routine and ad hoc financial reports, packages and pro forma analyses for executive leadership team,
  • Ensure compliance with government regulations, legal requirements, and company policies.
  • Maintain an audit file for each contract to include the original contract, all correspondence, changes/deviations/modifications, amendments, clarifications, payment schedules, and deliverables.
  • Provide contract summaries and ensure contract execution in accordance with government, company policies.
  • Provide program managers and executives with contract briefs during the life of contracts.
  • Provide contractual guidance and risk mitigation strategies for contractual and business obligations.

What we’re looking for:

  • Familiarity with software licensing, commercial acquisition, and/or Department of Defense acquisition.
  • Broad, in-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), concepts
  • Proficiency in all contract types, including transactions, FAR-based contracts and agreements ranging from $<1M-$100M+. 
  • Excellent organizational skills; capable of maintaining both broad and intricate knowledge of special projects and enabling outcomes with minimal direction.
  • A technical background in finance and/or contracts, with a strong interest in technology.

What we require:

  • Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. secret clearance. Current clearance holders are encouraged to apply!
  • At minimum a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, law, public policy, international affairs, or related field. Masters preferred. 
  • Experience with full life cycle contract management for CPFF, FFP, and T&M government and commercial contracts.
  • A strong working knowledge of US Government contracting including FAR / DFARS experience.
  • Willing to work onsite in our Palo Alto, CA HQ with availability for 10-15% travel

Benefits 

  • Full medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents 
  • 401k matching program 
  • PTO and Holidays 
  • Bonus and other incentive programs
  • Access to mental health program
  • Access to Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care, Dependent and Commuter

About Rhombus 

Rhombus Power Inc. (Rhombus) is a startup located in the heart of Silicon Valley at Stanford Research Park in Palo Alto.  We use cutting-edge cross-disciplinary approaches to solve pressing Big Data and Sensing problems in security, energy, and healthcare. Our advisory board includes two Nobel Laureates and a Draper Prize winner. 

Rhombus compensates, motivates, and develops employees, who are trusted, empowered, and involved. Employees have clear roles and expectations – and their roles are flexible enough to move at the speed of innovation in order to meet and exceed client expectations. We have a unique culture of global purpose, rooted in the innovation and progress of Silicon Valley. 

Rhombus knows that diversity is a condition for success. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 

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