Program Finance Analyst

Our core competencies include systems engineering, program management, logistics, production support, aircraft maintenance, and aviation/aerospace services. We were founded in 2015 and since our establishment, we have been attracting the best talent in our fields of interest enabling us to provide cutting‑edge solutions and support to our warfighters. We understand and provide expert consultation on weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs.

We know defense and we know aircraft systems.

Albers Aerospace is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Program Finance Analyst to support the financial planning, execution, and reporting of complex aerospace and defense programs. This role serves as a key business partner to Program Management, Finance, Contracts, and Operations by providing financial visibility, forecasting accuracy, and actionable insights that drive program performance.

The ideal candidate has experience supporting government contracts, program controls, forecasting, and financial analysis within a manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or other project‑based environment. This individual thrives in a fast‑paced setting, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and can effectively translate financial data into meaningful business recommendations.

• Develop, maintain, and analyze program financial forecasts, budgets, and Estimates at Completion (EACs) throughout the program lifecycle.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial projections, incorporating changes in scope, schedule, staffing, material requirements, and program assumptions.
• Monitor program performance against revenue, cost, margin, cash flow, and profitability targets.
• Perform variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior‑period results, identifying drivers and recommending corrective actions.
• Support financial planning activities including Annual Operating Plans (AOPs), strategic planning initiatives, and long‑range forecasts.
• Generate recurring program financial reports and dashboards for Program Managers, Finance leadership, and executive stakeholders.
• Support earned value and program performance tracking activities where applicable.
• Analyze labor utilization, material expenditures, subcontract costs, indirect expenses, and overall program health.
• Prepare and submit Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), financial deliverables, and customer reporting requirements in accordance with contract obligations.
• Ensure financial data accuracy and integrity across program management and ERP systems.
• Support programs operating under various contract types, including Cost Plus, Fixed Price, Time & Materials (T&M), and IDIQ contracts.
• Ensure financial reporting and forecasting activities comply with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and company policies.
• Assist with contract funding analysis, burn rate monitoring, and revenue recognition activities.
• Support internal and external audits, including DCAA audits and customer reviews.
• Monitor contract ceilings, funding limitations, and contractual financial requirements.
• Support proposal development activities by providing labor estimates, pricing data, cost analysis, and financial modeling.
• Assist in developing Basis of Estimates (BOEs), Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates, and pricing support documentation.
• Collaborate with Business Development, Contracts, Program Management, and Pricing teams during proposal preparation and reviews.
• Analyze historical program performance and actual costs to improve estimating accuracy.
• Partner closely with Program Managers to provide financial guidance and support decision‑making.
• Collaborate with Contracts, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, and Accounting teams to ensure alignment between financial plans and program execution.
• Assist in managing Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), charge codes, and project financial structures.
• Present financial analyses and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting tools, forecasting methodologies, and program controls.
• Develop and…