Manager I - Program Finance
About The Position
Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems is seeking a Manager of Program Finance to lead a team of program financial analysts and support the financial performance of complex naval defense programs. The role partners with Program Management, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Contracts, and Finance leadership to deliver reliable forecasts, disciplined Estimates at Completion (EACs), and clear financial insights that support decisions. The manager oversees program financial planning, reporting, analysis, and controls while developing a team able to explain changes, identify underlying drivers, and recommend effective actions. This is a hybrid position requiring regular onsite presence in the Fitchburg, Massachusetts office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline.
- Seven or more years of progressive finance experience in government contracting or a complex manufacturing environment, subject to job-grade validation.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop financial analysts.
- Strong knowledge of EACs, forecasting, budgeting, program profitability, cost accounting, and variance analysis.
- Working knowledge of applicable FAR/DFARS, CAS, SOX, and accounting requirements.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP, financial planning, and business-intelligence tools.
- Ability to translate complex financial information into concise, actionable recommendations.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- The position may require an active DoD security clearance or the ability to obtain one within a reasonable time after employment begins.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree or relevant professional certification.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the program finance team by setting priorities, reviewing work quality, coaching analysts, and strengthening technical expertise and communication skills.
- Oversee EACs and forecasts by challenging cost-to-complete assumptions, assessing program profitability, and ensuring risks and opportunities are supported and clearly communicated.
- Review program and portfolio forecasts for bookings, revenue, gross margin, and cash flow against prior forecasts and the operating plan.
- Analyze performance and explain variances through underlying labor, material, subcontract, schedule, and execution drivers.
- Partner with program and functional leadership to evaluate the financial impact of execution issues and program changes, recommend corrective actions, and track resolution.
- Lead program reviews and ensure review exhibits reconcile, assumptions are transparent, and presentations communicate conclusions, supporting evidence, and required decisions.
- Review program revenue, costs, and profitability during financial close for consistency with approved estimates, applicable accounting requirements, and company policy.
- Partner with Pricing and Contracts to review financial assumptions, cost estimates, funding considerations, and profitability implications for proposals and contract changes.
- Ensure timely, accurate reporting and adherence to applicable government-contracting requirements, internal controls, and corporate policies.
- Standardize financial reporting, strengthen data quality, and reduce manual or duplicate preparation.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Employer matching 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
- Parental leave benefits.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Professional development support.
- Life and disability insurance coverage.
- Employees may be eligible for annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay for non-exempt employees as applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
