Finance Manager

Role Summary
This role involves managing and leading financial planning and analysis efforts for a critical government contracting program within a growing organization. The selected candidate will oversee financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis to support program performance and ensure compliance with federal regulations. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams, provide strategic insights, and influence financial decision-making at a high level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the program FP&A team by providing guidance, training, and support.
• Produce accurate and timely financial reports, including program P&L statements, trend analyses, and variance analysis against budgets and forecasts.
• Manage monthly rolling forecasts and annual operating budgets for the program.
• Conduct funding and burn rate analyses aligned with contractual periods, government fiscal years, and corporate accounting calendars.
• Track and manage subcontractor spending and funding to ensure compliance and financial efficiency.
• Analyze program drivers, risks, and opportunities to add value and support strategic decision-making.
• Regularly brief customer stakeholders on program financial status and performance.
• Oversee month-end close activities, including cost accruals, revenue recognition, and expense reviews.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as Accounting, Contracts, and Procurement to facilitate smooth business operations.
• Identify process improvements and corrective actions to meet financial objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Experience working with government contracts, including knowledge of CAS, FAR, and GAAP principles.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial planning and analysis cadence development.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and financial modeling.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and critical thinker with the ability to work effectively within diverse teams.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint, TM1 Forecasting, and Cognos Reporting is preferred.
• Familiarity with large-scale cost-type contracts and data-driven analysis.
• This position requires eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance. In accordance with federal law, U.S. citizenship is required.

Publishing Pay Range: $63.00 – $65.00 Hourly
This position offers a hybrid schedule, with time split between remote work and in-office presence.