Manager, Program Finance

Manager, Program Finance - Camden, NJ (onsite)

We are seeking a Manager of Program Finance to join a major player in the Defense Industry onsite in Camden, NJ. 

Essential Functions:

• Act as a partner to the Business Area General Manager to assume responsibility for P&L Ownership of performance metrics including orders, sales, operating income, and Free Cash Flow (FCF).
• Articulate financial insights and recommendations clearly to senior leadership and other key stakeholders
• Communicate effectively with key stakeholders cross functionally to influence financial performance.
• Develop and present key financial metrics to executive leadership for the Joint Strategic Plan (JSP), Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Monthly Financial Reviews (MFR).
• Provide weekly analysis and status of key drivers to financial forecasts.
• Actively recruit and develop the talent of program financial analysts. Focus on onboarding new hires with an emphasis on training and development.
• Focus on talent development and employee engagement. Establish clear performance goals and expectations for team members. Ensure periodic check-ins to status performance.
• Plan resources effectively to meet organizational demands and improvement initiatives.
• Drive process improvements in line with business objectives. Foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the organization. Track monthly and quarterly performance to measure continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with proposal teams to ensure future business is priced appropriately. Understand risks and opportunities to the pricing submissions.
• Ensure clear communication and implementation of policies within the program finance team.
• Detail oriented with ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
  

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related analytical field and a minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• Experience in leading finance teams within the defense sector, including overseeing complex financial operations and driving strategic financial initiatives.
• Proven success in adapting financial practices to meet evolving industry regulations and conditions.
• Experience in leading finance teams through periods of change and transformation.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
• 9-13 years experience and demonstrated understanding and using Earned Value Management concepts and processes.
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance which requires US citizenship.
• Experience using SAP
• Knowledge of ASC606 Revenue Recognition
• Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills