Financial Planning Manager

Jobtailor; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is looking for a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis leader who will oversee five operating units, manage a team of financial analysts, and coordinate the division's long-range strategic plans and annual operating plans.

The role emphasizes P&L management, working capital, SOX compliance, internal/external audits, and presenting financial data to senior leadership; proficiency with SAP, NGFP, and Microsoft Office is preferred, with US citizenship for security clearances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree + 9 years Finance/Business Management experience, or Master's + 7 years, or Master's/PhD + 5 years.
• Minimum 4 years in Program Financial Planning & Control, Cost/Business Management, or Cost Accounting.
• Experience with Profit and Loss Management.
• Working Capital Management – Cash Flow/Inventory.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage FP&A activities for five Operating Units.
• Coordinate Monthly/Quarterly Financial Reporting and Planning for the Division.
• Develop consolidated Long Range Strategic Plans and Annual Operating Plans.
• Manage program financials including forecasting, reporting, and analysis.
• Support SOX compliance, audits, and internal controls.
• Develop strategies to improve financial performance with program and finance teams.
• Interface with dispersed business, program, and sector personnel.

Skills

FP&A

Program P&L

Team Leadership

Cash Flow

Cost Accounting

SOX Compliance

Audits

P&L Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

CPA

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

NGFP

Financial Reporting Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Lead and maintain accountability for all Financial Planning activities supporting five Operating Units and their program portfolios
• Report directly to the BACS Business Unit Director of Business Management
• Manage a team of financial analysts
• Coordinate Monthly/Quarterly Financial Reporting and Planning processes for the Division
• Lead development of consolidated Long Range Strategic Plans and Annual Operating Plans
• Manage program financials, including forecasting, reporting, analysis, estimate-at-completion analysis, and working capital analysis
• Execute and support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and documentation
• Develop strategies with program, finance, and business management teams to improve financial performance
• Support internal and external audits
• Develop presentations for and brief Program and Division leadership
• Interface with geographically dispersed business, program, and sector personnel
• Support initiatives and ad hoc requests from Division, Sector, and Corporate leadership
• Develop, monitor, and maintain Financial Management processes, tools, and procedures
• Manage contract profitability assessments, reviews, and products
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and assist with mitigation or capture plans
• Oversee cash collection and receipts processes
• Support FP&A inquiries and Internal Audit activities

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and 9 years Finance/Business Management work experience, or master's degree from an accredited university and 7 years Finance/Business Management work experience, or master's degree from an accredited university or a PhD from an accredited university and 5 years Finance/Business Management work experience, or a master's degree from an accredited university
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Program Financial Planning & Control, Program Cost Control, Program Business Management, or Cost Accounting
• Experience with Profit and Loss Management
• Working Capital Management – Cash Flow/Inventory
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs
• Professional, collaborative, and organized interaction with internal and external business partners
• Ability to drive team performance and motivate team members
• Strong leadership and strategy development capabilities
• Ability to understand and communicate top issues, risks, and opportunities
• Support for company internal controls and proactive communication with senior management
• Preferred: CPA, MBA, advanced Finance and Accounting skills
• Preferred: Management of teams and leader-of-leaders experience
• Preferred: Experience presenting financial data to senior leadership
• Preferred: Demonstrated success developing and leading functional and cross-functional teams
• Preferred: Experience with SAP, NGFP, or financial reporting software
• Preferred: Experience supporting SOX, Internal/External Audit activities; CAS, FAR, DFARS requirements, and company policies and procedures
• Preferred: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Preferred: Secret or Top Secret Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive experience in Financial Planning and Analysis, including Program Financial Planning & Control and Profit and Loss Management. Proven ability to lead teams, develop strategic financial plans, and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Financial Planning & Analysis
• Program Financial Planning & Control
• Profit and Loss Management
• Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance
• Team Leadership

Hard Skills

• Financial Reporting
• Forecasting
• Working Capital Management
• Cost Accounting
• Cash Flow Management
• Estimate-at-Completion Analysis
• Contract Profitability Assessment
• Risk Identification and Mitigation
• Internal Audit Support
• Strategic Planning

Soft Skills

• Collaborative Interaction
• Team Motivation
• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

• CPA
• MBA
• Secret Clearance
• Top Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

• Financial Management Processes
• Internal Controls
• Audit Activities
• CAS
• FAR
• DFARS

Tools & Technologies

• SAP
• NGFP
• Financial Reporting Software
• Microsoft Office Suite