Job Description

Program Finance Analyst

Location: Crestview, FL

Department: Finance / Accounting

Reports To: Corporate Controller

About Us:

We are a leading aerospace and manufacturing company dedicated to delivering high-quality products and innovative solutions to our customers. We pride ourselves on operational excellence and rigorous financial management to support sustainable growth.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Program Finance Analyst specializing in project analysis, program financial reporting, cash flow, expenditure profile analysis and budgeting to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex project-based accounting within aerospace or manufacturing industries, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and compliance with relevant accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Analysis and Reporting: Analyze, interpret, and report on financial and operational data to support and guide program-related decision-making. This includes identifying variances, providing recommendations for corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
• Cash Flow and Expenditure Profile Analysis: Develop, update and review the cash expenditure profile of those programs assigned to the position working with corporate level finance leaders.
• Budgeting and Financial Planning: Develop, update, and review program spend plans and budgets, including cost estimates and resource allocation.
• Financial Tracking and Monitoring: Track funding modifications, monitor spending against plan, and manage accounts receivable tasks. This includes monitoring the status of financial accounts and ensuring the accuracy of contract charges.
• Financial Statement Analysis: Evaluate financial data and reports to identify trends, anomalies, and insights that support financial management and strategic planning.
• Compliance and Regulation Adherence: Ensure that all financial analyses and reports comply with relevant regulations, policies, and standards, including those outlined in the DoD Financial Management Regulation (DoD FMR).
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with program leads, business managers, and other stakeholders to coordinate financial activities and present financial information effectively.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field like Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
• Experience: Relevant experience in financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting is important, particularly within Department of Defense funded programs or government contracting.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in financial analysis software and MS Excel are often necessary. Familiarity with ERP tools can also be advantageous.
• Analytical Abilities: The role demands strong analytical and interpretative skills to work with complex financial data.
• Communication: Effective written and verbal communication is essential for interacting with various stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: The ability to analyze problems, identify trends, and develop recommendations is a key aspect of the job.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Security Clearance: U.S. Citizenship.
• Certifications: Helpful, but not required is a DoD Financial Management Certification.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative aerospace/manufacturing environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career growth and professional development support.
• Collaborative and inclusive company culture.

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