Senior Program Finance Analyst (R4731)

Shield AI•Washington, DC

1d•$87,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Weâre looking for a Senior Program Finance Analyst with strong analytical instincts and a passion for driving business performance to join our high-performing finance team. Supporting our fast-growing Hivemind business unit, this is a high-visibility role where your insights will help inform decisions and support strategic execution. In this fast-paced, constantly evolving environment, youâll go beyond standard reportingâyouâll analyze data, surface insights, and proactively engage with cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and program management to deliver meaningful financial intelligence. Your work will support program performance and contribute to the continued growth of a critical business area. The ideal candidate brings experience in financial modeling, operational finance, and data analysis, along with a foundational understanding of US GAAP, government contracting, and hardware-oriented environments. Strong technical skills are table stakes â success in this role depends on your ability to apply them to influence decisions and drive results. If you're detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and motivated to make an impact, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Bachelorâs degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field
4â5 years of experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or FP&A
Proficiency in Excel and experience with financial modeling and data analysis
Foundational understanding of US GAAP and its application in a corporate or government contracting environment
Familiarity with cost accounting principles and government contract types (e.g., T&M, CPFF, FFP)
Familiarity with program performance management frameworks (e.g., Earned Value Management or similar methodologies)
Foundational understanding of financial statements and key business metrics
Ability to work independently with guidance, manage ambiguity, and collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly present financial insights to non-financial stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting programs or operations in a defense, aerospace, manufacturing, or technology environment
Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Costpoint) and financial planning tools (e.g., Anaplan, Vena)
Exposure to data tools such as Power Query, DAX, or similar technologies
Exposure to emerging technologies such as agentic AI, with interest in applying automation and intelligent systems to financial analysis and workflows
Demonstrated attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset
Interest in leveraging data to generate insights and support business decision-making

Responsibilities

Own financial visibility and performance for assigned programs, including forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning
Build and maintain financial models that support forecasting, budgeting, and program decision-making
Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and communicate insights to stakeholders
Build strong relationships with Program Management and Engineering teams to ensure financial considerations are embedded in program decisions
Proactively identify financial and operational issues, surface risks early and drive them to resolution
Partner with Program Management and Engineering teams to drive program financials, including spend tracking, headcount planning, and performance monitoring
Collaborate with program managers to monitor actuals vs. plan, highlight variances, and contribute to EAC (Estimate at Completion) updates
Assist in month-end and quarter-end close processes, including variance analysis and reporting
Support financial planning cycles, business reviews, and investment analyses
Contribute to data and reporting improvements, including working with analytics teams on data transformation and modeling initiatives
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting accuracy, and efficiency
Perform ad hoc analysis to support decision-making in a dynamic, evolving environment