Business Unit Finance Director

Peraton•Bethesda, MD

1d•$146,000 - $234,000•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Program Finance Director to serve as the strategic financial partner to business and program leaders, ensuring achievement of financial performance for the FAA program in the National Aerospace Sector. This role leads financial operations, compliance, pricing, and process startup initiatives for the organization, with a strong emphasis on government contracting standards including GAAP, FAR, CAS, and internal corporate financial policies. The Director oversees forecasting, financial modeling, budgeting, and reporting, while influencing strategic decisions at the SVP and VP level. This position requires deep expertise in government contracting, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to operate with both strategic and operational accountability. This role is onsite in Bethesda, MD, supporting key business leaders and overseeing a team of individual contributors.

Requirements

Minimum of 16 years of progressive financial and administrative experience.
At least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role supporting complex organizations.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or MBA preferred.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Demonstrated experience in government contracting, including oversight of AMS, CAS, and pricing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Superior financial consulting skills with the ability to advise and influence senior executives.
Deep understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and government cost structures.
Strong project management and prioritization abilities.
Excellent people leadership skills, including managing multi-site or geographically dispersed teams.
Proven ability to build partnerships across functional areas.
Exceptional communication skills across diverse audiences, including executives and technical teams.
Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
Outstanding negotiation, influence, and consulting skills.

Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategic Partnership Serve as the primary financial advisor and business partner to program manager, influencing decisions that drive execution, profitability, and growth.
Lead weekly, monthly, and long-term program control processes.
Provide authoritative financial consultation to senior managers, VPs, and SVPs across the program.
Financial Management & Analysis Gather, analyze, and interpret financial data including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, pricing, indirect rates, and operational metrics.
Ensure accurate, timely reporting and financial insights that support strategic initiatives and decision-making.
Employ a deep understanding of government pricing, cost structures, and supply chain integration to support competitive and compliant proposals.
Compliance & Controls Communicate and enforce adherence to GAAP, AMS, CAS, and internal financial policies.
Oversee key financial controls to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and accounting requirements.
Manage relationships with external vendors, including auditors and other oversight entities.
Organizational Leadership Lead a finance function comprising managers and individual contributors, setting priorities, allocating resources, and driving performance.
Support staff development, succession planning, and talent management initiatives.
Operational Execution & Process Improvement Develop and implement finance initiatives, policies, and processes that drive operational efficiency and financial accuracy.
Lead improvement efforts through program startup that enhance financial planning, reporting, cost control, and compliance across the organization.
Ensure that finance strategies are integrated with broader corporate and business unit objectives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Program Management, Contracts, Supply Chain, HR, and other teams to strengthen alignment and execution of financial strategies.
Drive communication and coordination of business-wide financial programs and cross-functional initiatives.