Program Finance Manager

WORK LOCATION:

Huntsville, AL

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt

SALARY RANGE:
The anticipated salary range for this role is $126,3000 to $164,600 annually. This range reflects a good faith estimate based on the targeted level for the role and typical compensation benchmarks across U.S. locations. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, geographical location, and internal alignment.

The Program Finance Manager is responsible for the direction and management of compliant financial processes, analysis and reporting of the Projects' financial performance.

The following job functions are a basic requirement but are not limited to and may be assigned other duties.

• Determine and implement compliant financial methods and processes across the enterprise, including monthly revenue recognition, EACs, and project performance.
• Prepare monthly financial overviews and metrics for presentation to program managers and executive leadership for five entities.
• Monitor key performance indicators (orders, sales, operating income) for assigned programs or business areas.
• Educate PMO and CAMs on internal reports, processes, and procedures, ensuring alignment with SOX compliance.
• Ensure an efficient and compliant project setup process, including review of new contract documents and adherence to ASC 606 requirements.
• Supervise, train, and develop cost analysts while fostering a culture of continuous improvement as they perform the following:
  • Analyze and maintain workforce planning, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Monitor monthly actuals versus budget, conduct variance analysis, and generate updated forecasts.
  • Monitor actual labor hours, billing rates, subcontractor costs, and Other Direct Costs (ODCs) against established baselines.
  • Provide support in reviewing and approving purchase requisitions and purchase orders pertaining to both direct and indirect expenditures.
  • Perform ad‑‑hoc financial analyses, data integrity checks, and validations related to program financials.
• Conduct close‑out responsibilities to include systematic financial, contractual, and administrative wrap‑up procedures to ensure zero lingering liability.
• Ensure adherence to federal and contractual regulations (FAR, DFARS, CAS, ASC 606).
• Other duties as assigned.

The following are a non-exhaustive list of qualifications for the position:

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance or Supply Chain Management equivalent required.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in the Government Defense Contracting industry.
• Minimum 5 years' experience managing a Program Finance Organization required.
• Knowledgeable in GAAP requirements as it relates to revenue and profit recognition required.
• Knowledge of government contract terms and indirect rate pools required, FAR and CAS.
• Knowledge and experience in budgeting and financial analysis.

• Advanced knowledge of Excel required.

• Experience in Financial Planning, Accounting, and/or Cost Accounting is a plus.
• Deltek Costpoint and One Stream experience are a plus.
• Experience with SOX (Sarbanes‑Oxley Act of 2002) compliance processes is highly desirable.

• Matching 401(k)
• Paid PTO
• Paid holidays
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• HSA and FSA Options
• Critical Care Plan
• Accident Care Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person’s status under the ITAR and the EAR.