Program Finance Manager

Our client is a world leader in Signature Management and Power Conversion solutions for the US and UK naval defense market. Our solutions enable critical mission system capabilities and increase naval stealth on submarine and surface ship platforms.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic financial guidance to Program Managers and CAMs to drive strong financial performance, cost control, and risk mitigation
• Oversee accurate revenue recognition, invoicing, cost management, funding status, gross margin analysis, and cash-flow forecasting
• Lead the development of program financial strategies, including baselines, long-range plans, and scenario analyses
• Manage preparation and approval of monthly financial reports, EACs/ETCs, and internal program reporting packages
• Ensure weekly cost monitoring and compliance with budgets, charging structures, and government accounting requirements (FAR/DFARS/CAS)
• Direct development and maintenance of WBS structures, time-phased budgets, schedules, and baseline control documentation
• Provide leadership for EVMS implementation and CDRL preparation, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant reporting
• Serve as the financial lead for proposals, including cost-volume pricing, BOEs, and audit support
• Identify and drive process improvements across program finance, including ERP data integrity, forecasting, and reporting efficiency
• Compliance with Quality Management System procedures

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related discipline
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in program finance, preferably within the defense or aerospace industry
• Strong knowledge of government accounting standards, including FAR, DFARS, and CAS
• Demonstrated experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, data modeling, analysis)
• Hands-on experience with EVMS tools and processes; COBRA experience preferred
• Proven ability to partner with Program Management and xhyhwjd executive leadership
• This position requires either a US Person or a non-US Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization

Desired Skills:

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with experience presenting to senior leaders
• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience guiding teams and influencing cross-functional groups
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with minimal supervision
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying risks and recommending solutions