Program Finance Area Manager

General Dynamics Land Systems; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k match

9-80 work schedule

On-site gym

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems in Sterling Heights, MI seeks a dynamic Program Finance Area Manager to lead financial management across a portfolio of high-visibility government programs. You will mentor a team, influence business decisions, and deliver actionable insights to drive results.

The role requires strong forecasting, budgeting, and reporting skills, with extensive collaboration across program leadership and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance, program finance, or related discipline, preferably within the defense industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing finance professionals, with ability to provide direction and accountability across a team.
• Strong understanding of financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Experience supporting complex programs and business objectives.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with program leadership and finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead Program Finance activities across a portfolio of complex defense programs.
• Oversee forecasting, EACs, operating plans, revenue, cash, profitability, and financial performance.
• Analyze program financial data to identify risks, trends, and opportunities and provide actionable recommendations.
• Ensure program financial reporting and forecasting are accurate, timely, and compliant with requirements.
• Lead and develop a team of 6 Program Finance professionals, establishing priorities and accountability.
• Support major program milestones, including customer reviews and portfolio financial reviews.
• Present financial results and recommendations to leadership at multiple levels.
• Drive continuous improvement across the Finance organization.

Skills

Finance leadership

Forecasting

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/Finance/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Hyperion

Power BI

Job description

About GDLS

We Serve Those Who Protect What Matters. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we build combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology. From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance for customers around the world. That’s why Soldiers and Marines have trusted General Dynamics Land Systems products in the toughest conditions for decades. We deliver the power to win. Every day, our global team looks beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges. Bring your talent. Bring your purpose. Let’s shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together.

About the Role

GDLS is seeking a dynamic Program Finance Area Manager to lead financial management and business strategy across a portfolio of high-visibility programs. This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented team, influence key business decisions, and partner with program and functional leadership to deliver strong financial and operational results. The Area Manager leads and develops a team of Program Finance professionals and serves as a trusted advisor to program leadership, providing actionable financial insight to support business decisions, manage risk, and achieve program and company objectives. This position requires a strong understanding of financial management, forecasting, program execution, and performance analysis, along with the ability to operate efficiently in a fast-paced environment supporting complex government programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead Program Finance activities across a portfolio of complex defense programs.
• Oversee forecasting, EACs, operating plans, revenue, cash, profitability, and financial performance.
• Analyze program financial and performance data to identify risks, trends, and opportunities and provide actionable recommendations.
• Ensure program financial reporting and forecasting are accurate, timely, and compliant with company and customer requirements.
• Lead and develop a team of 6 Program Finance professionals, establishing priorities, developing talent, and driving accountability.
• Support major program milestones, including customer reviews, EAC reviews, and portfolio financial reviews.
• Present financial results, risks, opportunities, and recommendations to leadership at multiple levels of the organization.
• Support organization initiatives and drive continuous improvement across the Finance organization.
• This position reports to the Director of US Operations Finance.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance, program finance, or related discipline, preferably within the defense industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing finance professionals, with ability to provide direction, coaching, and accountability across a team.
• Strong understanding of financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Experience supporting complex programs and business objectives.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into meaningful business insights and recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with program leadership, finance leadership, customers, and all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• 100% On-site

Preferred

• Experience with Oracle, Hyperion, Power BI, or similar financial/ERP systems.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARs and government contract financial requirements.
• Experience partnering with Program Management, Contracts, Accounting, and other cross-functional operations.

What We Offer

• We offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you
• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits
• 401k match up to (6%)
• Educational assistance
• 9-80 work schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off)
• On-going learning opportunities rewarding work environment
• (Sterling Heights Facility) Modern office, onsite cafeteria including Coffee Cafe, remodeled fitness center, and outdoor fitness track

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.