Senior Program Finance Specialist

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc•Scottsdale, AZ

18h•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Senior Program Finance Analyst supporting advanced technologies and critical defense and intelligence programs. The role manages program financial performance, analyzes risks and funding issues, and reports actual and projected orders, funding, sales, margin, and cash flow. It also supports revenue recognition, strategic planning, proposals, month-end close, contract charge validation, purchasing approvals, invoicing, and accounts receivable. The position identifies opportunities to apply AI to continuous improvement and innovation. The position is on-site, with an option to flex moving forward. A relocation package is not offered. The organization describes its work as supporting national security and serving defense, government, intelligence, and commercial clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or a master’s degree.
U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of work performed within the facilities.
Experience analyzing financial data, reconciling accounts, and performing month-end close activities.
In-depth knowledge of general ledger accounting, rates and compliance, and cost proposal functions.
Knowledge of the Truth in Negotiations Act, Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulation, government accounting, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and ASC 606 revenue recognition.
Experience preparing program financial forecasts, estimates at completion, booking rates, and earnings-rate reviews.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a government contracting environment.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation.
Experience modeling potential financial results for proposals and investment decisions.
Experience preparing ad hoc financial analyses for programs and special projects.

Responsibilities

Manage program financial performance, analyze risks and funding issues, and report actual and projected orders, funding, sales, margin, and cash flow during monthly reviews.
Prepare estimates at completion and booking rates, conduct earnings-rate reviews, and support revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606, generally accepted accounting principles, and GDMS requirements.
Support strategic planning and proposals through financial modeling, investment forecasts, internal rate of return calculations, present value and payback analyses, and labor projections.
Perform month-end close activities; validate contract charges and make system adjustments; review and approve purchase requisitions within authorized limits; and manage invoicing, billing discrepancies, and accounts receivable.
Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.