Program Finance Analyst, Lead

Leidos•Reston, VA

About The Position

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the dedication of our diverse and talented teams. We empower our people, support our communities, and operate with integrity and sustainability. Guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values, we are committed to doing what’s right—for our customers, our employees, and the world around us. Your greatest work is ahead! We are seeking an experienced Program Financial Analyst, Lead to join our Airborne & Mission Solutions Business in our Defense Sector to support a variety of programs. As a key member of the program team, you will work directly with the program managers to help define each program's financial goals and objectives; create and maintain a program's budget, analyze progress reported against the program baseline; identify risks and opportunities against the program baseline; and recommend actions to improve progress to achieve flawless program execution. Leidos Defense Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related discipline plus 4+ years of program financial control related experience.
Prior defense contract industry experience with knowledge of multiple contract types: FFP, FPLOE, T&M, Cost Plus and hybrid contracts.
Strong analytical, communication and presentations skills
Ability to operate independently and as part of a larger team
US citizenship is required and ability to obtain security clearance as needed.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Leidos financial systems such as: CostPoint, OAC, Fusion, and Insight.
Proficient in Microsoft applications, such as: Excel, Power Point and Word.
Experience and/or desire to upskill with AI tools

Responsibilities

Prepare financial forecasts, reports, and analysis
Work closely with other functional areas on financial related elements while managing a program’s general ledger and balance sheet
Help develop and drive financial forecasts in the short and long term
Help program managers identify programmatic risk and opportunities that will impact program financials while providing actionable recommendations
Complete month-end close and variance/trend analysis
Ad-Hoc reporting and analysis prepared for Senior Leadership