Business Management Senior Manager; Secret Clearance - Kennedy Space Center

Business Management Senior Manager

The Business Management Senior Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial, procurement, HR liaison, IT, and inventory management functions of the program. This individual will develop and lead a high‑performing team to ensure efficient business operations, financial management, and compliance with corporate and government regulations. The role requires a strategic mindset, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across multiple departments to drive financial and operational success.

Position is contingent upon contract award.

• Provide financial expertise and support to the Program Manager (PM), ensuring effective financial planning, forecasting, and reporting.
• Lead the accounting team to ensure accurate financial data input, analysis, and corporate compliance.
• Develop, analyze, and manage the program's financial operating model, budgets, and key performance metrics.
• Monitor financial expenditures and implement cost control measures to align with budgetary goals.
• Conduct make/buy analyses to optimize cost efficiency and support in‑house service delivery.
• Collaborate with PM and Operations Manager to forecast work activities, integrating them into financial projections and Estimates at Completion (EACs).
• Oversee the creation, maintenance, and alignment of the project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) with financial reporting and time tracking.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoice preparation, tracking, and funding reconciliation in alignment with contract modifications.

• Manage a team responsible for procurement, including vendors, subcontractors, and materials acquisition.
• Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies and maintain delegated purchasing authority up to $100K.
• Oversee the preparation of vendor service agreements, subcontract agreements, and purchase orders in accordance with government and corporate regulations.
• Develop proposals for government RFPs and additional service requests.
• Successfully complete annual procurement audits and ensure full compliance with FAR, contract terms, and corporate policies.
• Maintain oversight of P‑Card purchases, ensuring timely monthly reconciliations.

• Oversee the management of Government‑Furnished Property (GFP), Government‑Furnished Equipment (GFE), and company‑owned assets.
• Ensure an effective inventory management plan, including regular audits, records maintenance, and reporting.
• Conduct monthly and annual inventory assessments to ensure compliance with contract and corporate requirements.

• Act as the primary HR liaison, collaborating with the Corporate HR team on hiring, onboarding, compliance, and personnel management.
• Support recruitment efforts by posting job openings, coordinating with recruiting agencies, and participating in job fairs.
• Ensure all contract and corporate HR reporting requirements are met.
• Manage training and certification programs for the Business Office team, ensuring compliance with role‑specific qualifications.

• Develop and maintain project performance metrics to assess operational efficiency and inform CPAR development.
• Ensure accurate and timely corporate and customer reporting and communications in all areas of responsibility.
• Assist in tracking contractual deliverables, obligations, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain all essential project documentation on SharePoint, including contracts, modifications, budgets, schedules, financial reports, deliverables, and invoices.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in finance, business operations, or program management, including at least 6 years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance within a complex, government‑regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of Deltek Costpoint and government contract financial management.
• Experience leading teams across multiple business…