Manager - Program Finance

Hanwha Defense USA Inc•Arlington, VA

1d•$185,000 - $205,000•Onsite

About The Position

The role of the Program Finance Manager is to partner with the business line leadership team to develop financial strategies and implement program finance best practices in support of financial planning, Estimates-at-Completion (EACs), program affordability initiatives, cost management activities, and program growth. This position will be responsible for managing the financial position of large and/or complex U.S. Government (USG) programs and contracts. This position will be a valuable member of the finance leadership team and partner with the respective Program Directors, Program Managers, and functional organizations to support financial planning, program execution, and the overall business objectives of HDUSA. Responsible for developing plans to optimize financial performance, including collaboration with respective program leadership, and functional team counterparts in contracts, engineering, Supply Chain Management (SCM), and Business Development (BD). Additionally, the ideal candidate brings program finance expertise, with a solid understanding of defense/regulated environments (FAR/DFARS, CAS, DCAA/DCAA audits) and has an excellent understanding and management acumen of program EACs which drive business performance with data‑driven information for leadership decision making.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field.
8+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including direct experience in the Aerospace and Defense (A&D) industry, including experience with complex defense manufacturing.
Hands-on experience managing and development of program EACs, including in complex USG manufacturing and engineering environments.
Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the financial performance of their programs, providing management with an early warning of potential performance issues, identifying risks and offering recommended solutions.
Lead the budgeting, cost control and variance analysis, internal/external reporting, risk management and financial support for their programs.
Development of quarterly EACs, analyze and assist in the accurate projection of the Estimate to Complete (ETC), Estimate at Completion (EAC), and updated financial forecast estimates.
Mentor and lead financial analysts with organization of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), including creation and maintenance of charge numbers.
Analyze costs and personnel ensuring that actuals are within budget and charged to the correct end objective.
Analyze workforce planning, forecasting and reporting.
Compile and develop program financial artifacts such as EV reports, graphs, and analysis, as required for customer reporting.
Develop and present briefing of program financial status to customer.
Educate Program Office with internal reports on cost and schedule performance.
Solid knowledge of FAR/DFARS, CAS, indirect rate structures, government contracts / programs, and compliance in regulated environments.
Understanding of the DFARs criteria for the various USG Business Systems, ensuring adherence and ability to maintain approved and compliant business systems.
Understanding of GAAP, financial controls (SOX), and integration with ERP/MRP systems and various automated tools.
Solid communication skills—able to translate financials into clear, actionable insights for business and program leadership.

Nice To Haves

MBA or master’s in accounting or finance are strongly preferred.
CPA, CFA certifications a plus.
Experience with DCAA, DCMA, USG agency audits, and company internal / external audits.
Familiarity with various USG contract types (FFP, FPI, CP, T&M, etc.) on USG programs is a plus.
Understanding of cost/price analysis, should‑cost modeling, parametric estimating, and complex proposal/BOE development is a plus.
Advanced degrees (MBA, MS, etc.,) preferred.

Responsibilities

Ability to communicate financial information verbally and in writing.
Lead development of program EACs, including profitability analysis, Risk & Opportunity (R&O) assessments for each program in accordance with HDUSA policy.
Perform financial analysis to support program and business decision making assessments.
Identify and recommend solutions to resolve program financial risk issues.
Coordinates with the accounting team to facilitate monthly close process for revenue recognition and updates to the program profitability as required in accordance with HDUSA policy.
Support internal and external program audits as required.
Manage and ensure timely preparation and responses to government agencies (i.e. DCMA, DCAA, DoD, etc.) on audit requests and reports as requested.
Support monthly business reviews to include program financial reporting, variance analysis, financial metrics (revenue, profit, etc.), and contract schedule.
Support program proposal development, including support to contract negotiations, and recommendations regarding pricing strategies and risks and opportunities.
Excellent understanding of the various Government contract types (e.g. FFP, FPI, CP, T&M, etc.,) and risk associated with each.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
Experience supporting external Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting.
Partners with internal departments (e.g., Legal, Finance, and Business Development) to proactively identify R&Os.
Brief responsible Business Leadership team on financial program status, potential financial risk areas, corrective action plans, and necessary mitigation activities.
Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.