Budget And Finance Manager, Government Campus

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Dulles Discovery - Chantilly, VA 20152, Salary Range: $ - $ Salary, Peterson Companies

As one of the Washington, D.C. region’s largest privately owned real estate developers, Peterson Companies creates places that bring people together. With more than 60 years of experience, our diverse portfolio spans retail, residential, office, self-storage, and industrial, reflecting a long-standing commitment to thoughtful development and lasting impact across the region.

You enjoy working for a company that has an active culture with excellent perks that foster work life balance. You are passionate about delivering world class customer service and fostering an environment of respect and inclusivity. You enjoy engaging with a team to deliver results and meet deadlines, but are also capable of independent work product delivery. You approach challenges with a positive attitude and tactful communication.

This role is responsible for monitoring and reporting of operating budgets, as well as financial analysis , forecasting and invoicing associated with maintenance, repair, and project expenses in support of facility operations for a large Government campus. The Budget and Finance Manager will work closely with the program management, property management, and project management teams to maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.

The ideal candidate will be a finance or accounting professional wit strong analytical and communication skills and experience in commercial property management or a similar environment.

• U.S. Citizenship (required for security clearance eligibility).
• Active Top Secret clearance, or eligibility for and willingness to apply for and maintain one.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related discipline is preferred but equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in budgeting, financial analysis and/or financial management, ideally in commercial real estate or commercial property management.
• Proficient in preparing operating and capital budgets, forecasts and variance analyses.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be detail oriented, organized and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel; experience with property management accounting software such as MRI is preferred.
• CPA, MBA or other relevant professional certification is a plus.

• Lead the annual budgeting process for assigned commercial properties, including operating expenses, capital expenditures and cash flow projections, in coordination with the program and facility management teams.
• Prepare and review monthly financial reports, including monthly forecasts, variance analyses and present results and recommendations.
• Issue purchase orders and track completion of work, follow up with vendors to ensure payment is received promptly and is accurate
• Prepare monthly invoice to USG, including updating Estimate at Completion with all new POs issued, and preparing Capture Contracts, MCSR or any other required supporting documents
• Closely track expenses and forecast upcoming expenses to provide COTR with quarterly funding for each CLINs.
• Oversee reconciliations and tenant billings to ensure accurate and timely cost recovery in accordance with contract/lease terms.
• Manage and track capital project budgets from inception through closeout, including cost estimating, bid analysis, contract and change order review, and project cost reporting.
• Review vendor contracts, invoices and accounts payable activity to ensure accuracy, proper coding and compliance with approved budgets and contract requirements.
• Implement and maintain effective financial controls, policies and procedures to ensure accuracy, compliance and audit readiness.
• Work closely with the program managers, operations manager and facility managers on long range financial planning, reporting, preparation of quarterly PMR, CDRLs, and special financial analyses

Peterson Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.