Drive performance of Contract and Internal Research and Development portfolios across multiple business units.
Monitor project budgets, actuals, and forecasts to ensure alignment with business objectives.
Track and report on funding utilization, cost trends, and variances.
Design, develop and maintain custom financial analysis tools and portfolio-level reporting frameworks to improve visibility, accuracy, and consistency across programs.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for leadership.
Support long-range planning and annual operating plan processes.
Prepare and review journal entries, accruals and adjustments, ensuring appropriate documentation and accuracy.
Perform balance sheet account reconciliations, investigate variances and resolve discrepancies.
Support monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.
Act as the primary financial interface between program managers, engineering teams, and business unit leaders to provide financial guidance.
Coordinate with other business units to consolidate portfolio data and ensure consistency.
Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies, US GAAP and government contract requirements.
Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve reporting accuracy.
Lead implementation of best practices and standardize portfolio financial management processes.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
5
8+ years of experience in accounting, finance or project analysis
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including financial modeling capabilities
Experience with ERP/MRP systems required, SAP experience strongly preferred
Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated continuous learning mindset and collaborative team orientation
Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.