ARPA-H Business Financial Manager (BFM)

ECS; Richmond Hill; Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS is seeking an ARPA-H Business Financial Manager (BFM) to work remotely. This role is critical in supporting the mission of ARPA-H by providing comprehensive financial and administrative support. Responsibilities include managing program budgets, financial tracking, and ensuring compliance with federal financial regulations. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in federal financial management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a federal government financial management role, preferably in an R&D environment.
• At least 1 year experience supporting DARPA or related Federal 'ARPA' agencies.
• Strong understanding of Federal financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Managers with the development and execution of program budgets.
• Prepare and manage financial documents such as grants and contracts.
• Monitor and report on program performance metrics.

Skills

Financial Management

Budgeting

Financial Analysis

Contract Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Financial modeling tools

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Job Description

ECS is seeking an

Job Description

ECS is seeking an ARPA-H Business Financial Manager (BFM) to work remotely.

Are you a passionate, innovative financial professional ready to support one of the biggest accelerators in science today?

The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) is a new agency within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) focused on accelerating breakthroughs in health. ARPA-H operates with a high degree of flexibility and agility to support high-risk, high-reward research programs that have the potential to transform human health.

The Business Financial Manager (BFM) plays a critical role in supporting ARPA-H's mission by providing comprehensive financial and administrative support to Program Managers (PMs) and the broader agency. In this role, you will be responsible for building and managing program budgets and justifications, financial tracking and analysis, supporting solicitation and acquisition materials, and overall tracking and coordination of funding forecasts-to-actuals.

Programmatic Support

What you will do:

• Assist Program Managers (PMs) with the development and execution of their program budgets, including forecasting, tracking, and analyzing expenditures.
• Prepare and manage financial documents such as OTAs, grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements.
• Track and manage program milestones and deliverables, ensuring compliance with funding agreements.
• Monitor and report on program performance metrics, providing insights to PMs and leadership.
  
  

Financial Management

• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts for assigned programs.
• Analyze financial data and trends, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all Federal financial regulations and agency policies.
  
  

Administrative Support

• Manage program contracts and awards, coordinating with contracting officers and legal counsel.
• Organize and facilitate program meetings and workshops.
• Prepare correspondence and presentations for various audiences.
• Manage travel and other program expenses.
  
  

Collaboration

• Work effectively with a diverse team of ARPA-H staff, including Program Managers, scientists, engineers, and administrative professionals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, including performers and grant recipients (research teams), contractors, and other government agencies.
  
  

Salary Range: $90,000 - $140,000

Required Skills

General Description of Benefits

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a federal government financial management role, preferably in an R&D environment.
• At least 1 year experience supporting DARPA or related Federal “ARPA” agencies (IARPA, ARPA-E, HSARPA)
• Strong understanding of Federal financial regulations and accounting principles.
• Experience working with OTAs, grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements.
• Experience with financial modeling tools.
• Experience with Budgeting, PPBE, resource
• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required per contract.
• Active Public Trust or ability to obtain.
  
  

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting federal or commercial health agency/organization is a plus.
• Knowledge of the biomedical research landscape a plus.
  
  

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3800+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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