Manager Program Finance

Leonardo DRS; Burnsville (MN); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Leonardo DRS seeks a finance leader for its Naval Electronics division. This role involves overseeing financial success for naval defense programs, ensuring compliance, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Located in Burnsville, MN with opportunities for hybrid work, the candidate will guide a team and support a range of programs related to submarine and surface combat systems. A Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in government manufacturing are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in a government manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and developmental skills.
• Ability to mentor and train others.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial support for naval defense programs.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Review monthly financial forecasts and present results.

Skills

Leadership skills

Financial analysis

Knowledge of FAR/DFAR/CAS

Contract compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or accounting

MA, MS or professional certification

Job description

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Location: Burnsville, MN, US, 55337 Largo, FL, US, 33773 Johnstown, PA, US, 15904

Job ID:114775

The Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics business provides leading naval computing infrastructure, network and data distribution and middleware enterprise services, as well as world-class manufacturing and support capabilities.

Job Summary

Lead the financial success of mission-critical naval defense programs at Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics!

This role drives reporting, EACs, forecasting, funding oversight, compliance, and risk management while partnering with leadership to support programs spanning submarine and surface combat systems, communications, radar, sensors, and command-and-control solutions.

Location / Work Schedule

This position can be based out of one of the following Naval Electronics' locations (hybrid schedule eligible / routine onsite requirements apply):

• Submarine Combat Systems Center of Excellence - Twin Cities, MN
• Computing and Networks Center of Excellence - Johnstown, PA
• Sensors Center of Excellence - Largo, FL

Job Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding financial support to the Senior Director Program Finance and Line of Business (LOB) leadership, while providing supervision and guidance to a team of Program Finance Analysts
• Ensure soundness of analysis, good business judgment, compliance with policies and procedures, adequacy of results and that all costs and reasonable fees have been provided for
• Review and approve program Estimates at Complete (EACs) and ensure Estimates to Complete (ETCs), Program Profitability, and Rishs and Opportunities are understood and communicated
• Review monthly program and LOB financial forecasts and present results to business leadership; provide monthly forecast and plan variance reporting
• Review LOB monthly project revenue and cost of goods sold during month-end close process to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP and IFRS requirements
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR, SOX controls, internal procedures and corporate policies related to Revenue, Inventory, and Estimates at Complete
• Ensure program reporting requirements are accurate and timely to external and internal customers
• Support tools and technology solutions required by the Program Finance department
• Establish, develop and maintain effective business relationships with external and internal customers
• Understand standards of conduct to include: conflicts of interests; improper practices; liability and fraud
• Understand contract design and structure to include: FFP; CPIF; CPFF; CPAF; BOA; IDIQ; Foreign Military Sale (FMS); and International Direct Commercial Sale (DCS), and, competitive and sole source procurements
• Evaluate, coach, and develop staff of Program Financial Analysts
• Drive continuous improvement in department performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or related field and at least seven years of progressive experience in a government manufacturing environment
  • MA, MS and/or professional certification is highly desirable
• In-depth knowledge of the FAR, DFAR, CAS & SOX
• Strong grasp of generally accepted accounting principles and an in-depth working knowledge of the cost accounting standards (CAS) and IFRS
• Strong contract compliance knowledge
• Strong leadership and developmental Skills
• Understand advanced financial analysis principles and have financial analysis skills
• Ability to mentor and train others
• Ability to guide difficult analysis on programs
• Working knowledge of IR&D/B&P/direct sell and allowable vs. unallowable cost

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

The salary range for this position is ($105,000/year- $175,000/year). This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Our Vision

To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.