Program Finance Director

Draper Laboratory•Cambridge, MA

74d•$150,000 - $300,000•Onsite

About The Position

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com. Job Description Summary: The Director I reports to the Director 2 of Program Finance, with matrixed responsibilities to the Program Office leaders that they support. This position is accountable for financial acumen and support of program control activities, accurate program performance, and actionable financial reporting on the overall financial position of their program office activities. The role will be responsible for developing and leading a team of program finance leads and program finance analysts. This role requires an ability to think strategically and tactically as well as outstanding analytical, communication and leadership skills. Responsibilities include supporting annual and long-term program level planning activities, be the team POC on principles and tools for Earned Value Management (EVM), quarterly estimates at complete (EAC), and developing an n depth understanding of their business financial performance, and other key program financial control activities. The position will be responsible for communicating results effectively through EAC packages, program management review packages, and through timely data and analysis on key programs. Additional responsibilities include supporting contract start-up and contract close-out activities, as well as proposal development. This role is expected to drive continuous improvement in alignment with program finance, and overall finance vision and strategy. This role will also play a representative role for applicable internal and external audits, and foster a an environment of adherence to Gov't regulations, Draper policies and procedures.

Requirements

Proficiency with MS Office: Word, Excel and Datawarehouse and Adobe
Familiarity with FAR and CAS regulations
Ability to work under tight time constraints due to Departmental deadlines
Ability to adapt to changes in workflow
Ability to lead and work as part of a team
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
10+ years of experience driving high performing finance teams in a rigorous and complex environment, or equivalent experience, strongly preferred
ERP experience a must ( PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP, Deltek, WAWF)

Nice To Haves

MBA or CPA preferred

Responsibilities

Accountable for reporting and understanding financial performance of programs, from program analytics, EVMS and EAC practices compliant with internal and external criteria
Establishing a program level forecast for revenue, profit and other financial metrics as appropriate
Coordinate, prepare, and analyze Quarterly EACs
Review, analyze, and understand financial information for Program Management Reviews (PMRs)
Generates financial information for the Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs)
Generate internal reports and customer reporting deliverables to support Program Managers
Report program level metrics to Program Office and FP&A leadership to support strategy development and planning, including development of 5-Year integrated business plans
Anticipate, influence and report on financial dynamics related to program activities
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand the business' current state and develop data-driven insights that can drive organizational-wide goals and strategies
Drive improved contract profitability, cash flows, and higher returns on investments
Maintain a working knowledge of applicable regulations (FAR, DFARS) to provide guidance and direction to program teams
Ensure proper revenue recognition on contracts
Create reporting and analytics to aid in improved predictability of operating results and cash flow requirements
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

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