Program Finance Manager
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree preferred plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations. Experience in a government contracting environment is strongly preferred.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire.
Responsibilities for this Position
Ready to be a leader with the company that is committed to pushing the limits of truly advanced technologies? At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, it's often classified. If you want to put your talent in the spotlight, it's waiting for you right now, right here.
We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.
What you'll experience:
• Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discovered
Duties and Tasks:
• Approve Proposal Estimate Rational and Proposal Cost Volume, within areas of
responsibility
• Manage Segment Financial Operational Plan to actual performance and
recommend corrective actions to achieve targeted results
• Delegate assignments to others for developing solutions to a variety of complex and difficult
problems
• Manage financial staff and assigned workload, set goals and objectives, communicate
effectively with staff to ensure success for the individual and team
• Lead identification, development and implementation of changes necessary to improve
current business performance
• Lead business management team in review of portfolio financial performance on a
monthly/quarterly basis
• Prepare ad-hoc analyses to support contract and program analysts and special projects as
assigned
• Review/approve purchase requisitions for budgeted expenses up to authorized limit and
ensure that expenses are applied correctly
• Analyze financial performance for assigned program(s) to identify and report on risks and
funding issues
• Initiate, review, and approve invoices, respond to customer invoice inquiries, and resolve
invoicing issues
• Review and approve travel authorizations and reports as assigned
• Collaborate with program management team to manage financial aspects of program,
optimizing program cash flow and profitability
• Perform month end close activities for assigned programs/business
• Monitor and ensure ASC 606 Revenue Recognition and Earnings Rate Reviews are in
compliance in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and GDMS
policies, procedures and requirements.
• Follow ASC 606 and GDMS processes and procedures in developing estimates. Complete
and prepare booking rates in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participate in audit preparations and reviews with auditors as needed
• Prepare reports and commentary/narrative specific to area of responsibility to fulfill
Sarbanes-Oxley and other compliance-related reporting requirements
• Ensure that financial operations are compliant with corporate and division policies, Cost
Accounting Standards/Federal Acquisition Regulation, Generally Accepted Accounting
Principles and Sarbanes-Oxley Act
• Provide leadership and analysis in preparation of long term strategic planning; forecasting
orders, sales, margins, cash and investments
• Perform analysis and summarize recommendations related to investment/business
opportunities, future trends and impact of governmental requirements/financial regulations
• Provide support of proposal activity including modeling potential financial results,
developing proposal estimate rationale, documentation, preparing internal rate of return,
present value and payback analyses, labor projections, etc., for Engineering Change
Proposals, Contract Modifications, CAPEX business cases, ROMs or Financial Management
Reviews.
• Prepare and analyze financial operational plans and forecasts to provide outlook on key
financial goals and metrics. Evaluates risks and opportunities to financial plans and forecast
to present full range of outcomes to management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Advanced analytical capabilities to quickly assess new information and provide highly
complex financial analysis for senior management
• Advanced knowledge of General Ledger Accounting, Rates and Compliance, and Cost
Proposal functions
• Ability to influence and persuade through clear communication and presentation skills
• Advanced knowledge of ERP systems and related technologies
• Demonstrated courage to confront reality, challenge opposing positions and influence others
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain professional working relationships
• Substantial knowledge of company financial objectives and current business trends
• Demonstrated ability to apply substantial knowledge of Truth In Negotiations Act, Cost
Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulation, General Dynamics policies and General Dynamics Proprietary Information
procedures, government accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act and Revenue Recognition ASC 606
to manage a portfolio of work
• Ability to allocate time effectively/efficiently to meet multiple deadlines for various
stakeholders
• Commitment to produce accurate and timely work products
• Ability to think and act strategically
• Willingness to take reasonable, managed risks
Workplace Options:
This position is fully on-site. Flex days are limited but can be considered on a case by case basis.
While on-site, you will be a part of the McLeansville, NC campus.
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $129,706.00 - USD $140,346.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Apply Now
Apply Now
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree preferred plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations. Experience in a government contracting environment is strongly preferred.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire.
Responsibilities for this Position
Ready to be a leader with the company that is committed to pushing the limits of truly advanced technologies? At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, it's often classified. If you want to put your talent in the spotlight, it's waiting for you right now, right here.
We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.
What you'll experience:
• Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discovered
Duties and Tasks:
• Approve Proposal Estimate Rational and Proposal Cost Volume, within areas of
responsibility
• Manage Segment Financial Operational Plan to actual performance and
recommend corrective actions to achieve targeted results
• Delegate assignments to others for developing solutions to a variety of complex and difficult
problems
• Manage financial staff and assigned workload, set goals and objectives, communicate
effectively with staff to ensure success for the individual and team
• Lead identification, development and implementation of changes necessary to improve
current business performance
• Lead business management team in review of portfolio financial performance on a
monthly/quarterly basis
• Prepare ad-hoc analyses to support contract and program analysts and special projects as
assigned
• Review/approve purchase requisitions for budgeted expenses up to authorized limit and
ensure that expenses are applied correctly
• Analyze financial performance for assigned program(s) to identify and report on risks and
funding issues
• Initiate, review, and approve invoices, respond to customer invoice inquiries, and resolve
invoicing issues
• Review and approve travel authorizations and reports as assigned
• Collaborate with program management team to manage financial aspects of program,
optimizing program cash flow and profitability
• Perform month end close activities for assigned programs/business
• Monitor and ensure ASC 606 Revenue Recognition and Earnings Rate Reviews are in
compliance in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and GDMS
policies, procedures and requirements.
• Follow ASC 606 and GDMS processes and procedures in developing estimates. Complete
and prepare booking rates in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participate in audit preparations and reviews with auditors as needed
• Prepare reports and commentary/narrative specific to area of responsibility to fulfill
Sarbanes-Oxley and other compliance-related reporting requirements
• Ensure that financial operations are compliant with corporate and division policies, Cost
Accounting Standards/Federal Acquisition Regulation, Generally Accepted Accounting
Principles and Sarbanes-Oxley Act
• Provide leadership and analysis in preparation of long term strategic planning; forecasting
orders, sales, margins, cash and investments
• Perform analysis and summarize recommendations related to investment/business
opportunities, future trends and impact of governmental requirements/financial regulations
• Provide support of proposal activity including modeling potential financial results,
developing proposal estimate rationale, documentation, preparing internal rate of return,
present value and payback analyses, labor projections, etc., for Engineering Change
Proposals, Contract Modifications, CAPEX business cases, ROMs or Financial Management
Reviews.
• Prepare and analyze financial operational plans and forecasts to provide outlook on key
financial goals and metrics. Evaluates risks and opportunities to financial plans and forecast
to present full range of outcomes to management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Advanced analytical capabilities to quickly assess new information and provide highly
complex financial analysis for senior management
• Advanced knowledge of General Ledger Accounting, Rates and Compliance, and Cost
Proposal functions
• Ability to influence and persuade through clear communication and presentation skills
• Advanced knowledge of ERP systems and related technologies
• Demonstrated courage to confront reality, challenge opposing positions and influence others
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain professional working relationships
• Substantial knowledge of company financial objectives and current business trends
• Demonstrated ability to apply substantial knowledge of Truth In Negotiations Act, Cost
Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulation, General Dynamics policies and General Dynamics Proprietary Information
procedures, government accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act and Revenue Recognition ASC 606
to manage a portfolio of work
• Ability to allocate time effectively/efficiently to meet multiple deadlines for various
stakeholders
• Commitment to produce accurate and timely work products
• Ability to think and act strategically
• Willingness to take reasonable, managed risks
Workplace Options:
This position is fully on-site. Flex days are limited but can be considered on a case by case basis.
While on-site, you will be a part of the McLeansville, NC campus.
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $129,706.00 - USD $140,346.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Apply Now
Apply Now