Program Finance Systems Analyst II

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Plano, TX

About The Position

The Program Finance Systems Analyst II supports a major Earned Value Management (EVM) program in the aerospace and defense industry. The role administers, maintains, and optimizes SNC’s Integrated Program Management (IPM) business systems, working directly with program finance and scheduling teams and partnering with corporate and business area teams. The analyst configures and tests system functionality, manages user and role-based security, supports deployments, and delivers EVM and financial systems solutions tailored to program needs. The position also supports end users, troubleshoots complex system issues, conducts training, and documents processes, configurations, and changes. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance and U.S. citizenship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field; relevant experience may substitute for the education requirement.
At least 2 years of experience in finance systems, project control, or a related field. Without a degree, at least 6 years of related experience is required; a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Experience with Deltek Cobra and similar Integrated Program Management software solutions.
Strong facilitation skills to address complex IT and business stakeholder concerns, particularly concerning tool maintenance and continuous improvement.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required because the position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
Advanced knowledge of IPM software and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Ability to resolve advanced Cobra troubleshooting and administration requests.
Ability to work independently on assigned changes, enhancements, and updates to existing processes and tools.
Competency documenting technical requirements and functional use of enterprise business applications such as Deltek Cobra.
Ongoing engagement to understand current and future tool capabilities relative to business needs.
Ability to develop and conduct relevant stakeholder learning sessions.
Foundational understanding of Program Management processes.
Familiarity with DoD, government contracting, or public auditing policies, standards, and procedures.
Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
Knowledge of program finance processes, procedures, and tools.
Current, active SECRET security clearance.
Advanced knowledge of Deltek PPM software, Encore Analytics, Midnite Dynamics, and SSI Tools.

Responsibilities

Provide intermediate-level administration and maintenance of IPM business software.
Support the configuration, testing, and deployment of IPM software products.
Understand and address end-user needs to deliver quality IPM solutions.
Manage user- and role-based security and provide support to users.
Collaborate with application team members and users to ensure effective use of IPM solutions.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex system-related issues.
Conduct training sessions for end users to improve their understanding of IPM software.
Document processes, configurations, and changes to maintain accurate records.