FMS Case Finance Management Support Officer

Pacific Aerospace Consulting; Lexington Park (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401K with matching

Employee benefits and support program

Paid vacation leave, sick leave and H/

Job summary

Pacific Aerospace Consulting seeks a Finance Management Support Officer to lead FMS case reporting for aerospace programs. This office-based role is in Lexington Park, MD, with up to 10% travel and collaboration with PMA-265 and NAVAIR finance teams.

The ideal candidate holds a SECRET clearance, with DoD FMS experience, and strong analytics, dashboards and BI reporting skills. Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Visio is required.

Qualifications

• SECRET-level security clearance required (US or allied government).
• Experience with DoD FMS financial management and relevant portals.
• Ability to design analytics, dashboards, drilldowns and visualizations.
• Knowledge of Australian Defence Management and Financial Plan budget processes is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills; accurate financial data review and reporting.

Responsibilities

• FMS financial reporting and monthly forecast-to-actuals and planning.
• Engage stakeholders like PMA-265 and NAVAIR finance teams.
• Develop finance analytics, dynamic reports, dashboards and BI outputs.
• Support program management and risk management across FMS cases.
• Assist with budget oversight, travel processes and journal entries.
• Ensure quality with PAC QMS and ISO9001:2015 compliance.
• Travel up to 10% locally and interstate as required.

Skills

SECRET clearance

DoD FMS financial management

Analytics & reporting design

Stakeholder relationship management

Self-management & initiative

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Visio

Job description

FMS Case Finance Management Support Officer

PAC is an innovative, privately-owned company delivering high-impact operational capability to our Defense and commercial partners. Our trusted team of engineers, operational experts and technical specialists share a passion for the capabilities we support - always ready to go the extra mile to ensure mission success. We look for people who value integrity, flexibility, and professionalism - these values set the standard for everything we do.

Our culture allows us a unique opportunity to make - and see - an impact. We enable autonomy, value professional curiosity and decisiveness, and - above all - cultivate collaboration. Our ideal candidate doesn't just 'fit' our culture - they add something unique and enhance it.

About the role

Our team is seeking an FMS Case Finance Management Support Officer focused on Aerospace Acquisition and Sustainment Services to help drive creative solutions and take initiative when problem-solving. Assignments will vary, but will include the following responsibilities:

• FMS Financial Reporting – Conduct periodic FMS case financial status liaison and reporting, including monthly forecast-to-actual reporting and support for the annual Defence Management and Financial Plan and Mid-Year Review.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Build strong working relationships with PMA-265 and NAVAIR Business and Financial Managers to understand disbursement forecasting tools and cost drivers, obtain relevant financial artefacts, and identify trends affecting FMS case status.
• Financial Analysis – Review financial information for accuracy and completeness; develop analytics, dynamic reports, dashboards, drilldowns, and visualizations; and provide business intelligence and professional advice on complex matters.
• Program Support – Contribute to strategic planning, program and project management, and consistent financial management arrangements across ACEASPO NAVAIR FMS cases, including financial management, case development, and risk management using Predict!.
• Financial Reviews – Support ongoing FMS Sustainment Case Financial Reviews using evolving templates and formats and engage stakeholders on complex or sensitive issues.
• Budget and Travel Oversight – Provide assurance and oversight for TLO travel and Budget Limit Advice processing and assist the IMAC team with accurate General Operating Budget journaling, policy interpretation, and financial practices and procedures.
• Case Performance – Assist the IMAC team with FMS case status reporting and identify issues and risks affecting case performance and delivery.
• Quality Assurance – Ensure compliance with PAC Quality Management System (QMS) which conforms to the requirements of ISO9001:2015, and contribute to PAC Quality Objectives. In consultation with leadership, prepare and/or conduct performance and quality audits on relevant PAC contracts as required.
• Travel – Local and interstate travel in support of this position. Travel is expected up to 10% of the time.

This is an office-based role supported by a local team, with training and guidance available on the ground. The broader PAC team operates across multiple locations and time zones, and your on-site presence is key to supporting colleagues whose remote access to certain systems is limited.

Our ideal candidate is someone who:

• Holds a SECRET-level U.S. Government or Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance.
• Has experience in U.S. Department of Defense FMS financial management, including working knowledge of and access to the Security Cooperation Information Portal.
• Can design and implement analytics and reporting, including dynamic reports, dashboards, drilldowns, and visualizations.
• Has working knowledge of the Australian Defence Management and Financial Plan budget process.
• Has experience reviewing financial data for accuracy and completeness and demonstrates strong analytical skills.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, Teams, and Visio.
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Works effectively with minimal supervision, takes ownership, and demonstrates initiative and sound judgment.

We recognize the value of your unique skills and will provide you with a flexible working environment, ongoing training and development opportunities and a competitive salary. Additional benefits include:

• Life Insurance
• 401K with matching
• Employee benefits and support program
• Paid vacation leave, sick leave and public holidays.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

Due to the nature of this role, we are only able to consider applicants for this position who are US or Australian citizens. Holding and maintaining a secret security clearance is a condition of employment in this role.

Integrity is one of PAC's core values and as such, we are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion. PAC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.