Program Finance Manager
About The Position
The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world. Job SummaryThe Program Finance Manager is responsible for managing the financial performance of moderately complex programs, including reporting, analysis, EAC development, variance review, contract funding oversight, and accurate project setup and maintenance. Develops sales, bookings, profit, investment, and cash forecasts, while providing leadership, coaching, and development to staff. Ensures compliance with GAAP and corporate revenue-recognition policies, supports risk identification and mitigation, and drives continuous improvement. This role will report directly to the Director of Program Finance and will oversee a team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field, with at least 7 years of progressive experience in a government manufacturing environment.
- In-depth knowledge of FAR, DFAR, CAS, SOX, GAAP, and IFRS.
- Strong contract compliance expertise.
- Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and staff development skills.
- Advanced financial analysis capabilities and ability to guide complex program analyses.
- Ability to conduct internal training on relevant financial topics.
- U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
Responsibilities
- Lead Financial & Program Analysis functions, ensuring sound analysis, compliance, and accurate financial results.
- Manage and coach program finance team to perform key activities: BOEs, budgets, variance analysis, EVMS, EACs, forecasting, cash/working capital, contractual reporting, risk management, ROI, audits, and program reviews.
- Build and maintain relationships with government, commercial, and international customers; serve as primary contact.
- Support negotiations with government agencies, prime contractors, and foreign customers.
- Oversee global manufacturing linearity, forecasting, and cost-reduction initiatives.
- Apply standards of conduct and understanding of key contract types (FFP, FPIF, CPIF, CPFF, and T&M).
- Support proposal development, including cost estimating, pricing, RFP review, risk mitigation, and negotiations.
- Apply knowledge of source selection processes, including cost/price analysis and debriefings.
Benefits
- competitive salaries
- comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- a company contribution to a health savings account
- telemedicine
- life and disability insurance
- legal insurance
- a 401(k) savings plan
- wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
- programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
- flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
- competitive vacation
- health/emergency leave
- paid parental leave
- community service hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
