Job Title: Specialist, Program Finance

Job Code: 17216

Job Location:Orlando or Palm Bay FL, Salt Lake City UT, Camden NJ, Plano TX or Herndon VA.

Schedule: Onsite 9/80

Job Description:

The Program Finance Analyst Specialist serves as a liaison for the Finance Department with Program Management, Production, Engineering and Business Development. The Financial Analyst provides support to Division Leadership, other members of the Management Team and the Finance Team members, with routine and regular reports within the Division and to Corporate that accurately status the financial performance of the business using clear, concise and easily understood performance and tracking metrics. In addition, he/she is responsible for preparing pricing proposals and assisting with the preparation of monthly reports and is diligent in determining costs for basis of estimating and reporting. completes financial analysis of proposals, contracts and programs.  Must be a self-motivated individual that is able to meet schedules and time frames consistently in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

Essential Functions:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

• Involved in and support all phases of a contract, from proposal preparation through contract closeout.  Assist Program Management & Project Engineering in establishing the cost accounts and earned value criteria for the program.  Analysts must understand the requirements of their internal customers and provide useful, timely data to assist in the decision-making process.
• Provide the financial analysis of program status includes Actuals, ETC, EAC and Earned Value (where applicable) based on inputs from the program team. 
• Prepares files which support the financial reporting.  Ensure that actual cost reported agree to the General Ledger and that all estimates provided by other functional organizations are properly supported.
• Prepares budgets and schedules for contract work and performs financial analysis such as funding profiles, sales outlook and variance analysis.
• Participates in the control of costs and schedules on contracts to include those requiring validated cost schedule control systems.
• Monitors programs for adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of purchase orders, sales orders, program expenditures, and preparing expenditure projections.
• Demonstrates ethical and professional behavior in accordance with company values.
• Perform job duties in a manner that maintains compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations, policies and procedures
• Assist with special projects within the Program Finance group.
• Responsible for other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Requires proficient knowledge of job area. May have practical knowledge of project management. Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• US Citizenship required.  Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance. 
• 4+ years of related Program Finance experience, DoD experience preferred.
• Experience in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), with expertise in Excel including Pivot Tables and complex formulas.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Strong analytical, motivational, and negotiating skills, with a high-performance standard and a keen bias-for-action.
• Proven ability as a strategic thinker and experience in developing plans for short- and long-term results.
• Preferred experience of as a prime contractor or subcontractor to the USG in the defense industry.
• Success in a fast-paced development and manufacturing environment and possess a willingness to take ownership, accept accountability, and thrive under pressure.
• Strong relationship building skills at all levels of an organization and the ability to work effectively across functions within a matrix environment.
• Able to meet schedules and time frames consistently.
• Ability to work in a team environment and develop strong working relationships with coworkers in other departments.
• Highly organized, able to prioritize workload, and meet strict deadlines.
• Must be self-motivated, proactive and forward thinking.
• Willing to challenge the status quo when appropriate.
• Able to make independent decisions and understands the impact of an error in judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Willing and able to work extended hours and weekends as needed.