Program Finance Manager

Education

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. Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation is preferred.

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Program Finance Manager. This position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nation's fundamental defense services. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

Duties and Tasks

• Approve Proposal Estimate Rational and Proposal Cost Volume, within areas of responsibility
• Manage Business Area/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 problem
• 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 fulfil 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
• Demonstrated knowledge of General Ledger Accounting, Rates and Compliance, and Cost Proposal functions
• Ability to influence and persuade through clear communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of ERP systems and related technologies (I.E Oracle, Hyperion, Smartview)
• Demonstrated courage to confront reality, challenge opposing positions and influence others
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain professional working relationships
• Demonstrated knowledge of company financial objectives and current business trends
• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of Truth In Negotiations Act, Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulation, General Dynamics policies and 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
• Demonstrated ability to think and act strategically
• Demonstrated willingness to take reasonable, managed risk
• Ability to manage a diverse team of financial analysts independently with minimal oversight.

Workplace Options:

This position is fully on-site, OR Hybrid/Flex when possible. While on-site, you will be a part of the Manassas, VA location.

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