Program Financial Analyst

Long Wave Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Li

Job summary

Long Wave Inc. in Oklahoma City is seeking a finance professional to support cost, resource, and schedule forecasting for government contracting programs.

You will analyze RFPs, develop pricing models, and prepare EACs and cost volumes, while coordinating with program managers on forecasts and annual budgets. A DoD clearance and FAR/DFAR knowledge are preferred; advanced Excel and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years related experience or graduate degree with 2+ years
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of related experience
• Proficient understanding of government contract types (e.g. FFP, T&M, CPFF, CPIF) and their rules and regulations
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Strong organizational skills and excellent written and verbal communication
• Able to learn Long Wave's custom systems used by Long Wave
• Able to work collaboratively with program managers and other departments

Responsibilities

• Spearhead ad-hoc financial analyses and monthly program reviews
• Analyze RFPs, develop pricing models, and assist with cost volumes
• Collaborate with program managers to forecast schedules and EACs for projects
• Monitor expenditures to ensure accurate cost classification and future estimates
• Collect, organize, and analyze data of all types
• Produce and distribute monthly reports including financial variance and hours analysis
• Explain monthly cost variances to management with explanations
• Assist with department development and process improvement initiatives
• Assist with annual budget development and operating plans
• Ensure work is completed on time and accurately
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial Analytics

Cost Accounting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related field

Graduate Degree (preferred)

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

***Active DoD Security Clearance Preferred***

***US Citizenship Required***

***NO VISA SUPPORT or C2C***

***On-site in OKC Required***

Primary Function

This position will support the Finance department with responsibilities including, but not limited to cost/resource/schedule forecasting, project budgeting/analysis, Estimates at Completion (EACs), Earned Value Management (EVM), pricing, and cost proposals.

Essential Responsibilities

• 1. Spearhead various ad-hoc financial analyses and monthly program reviews
• 2. Analyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs), develop pricing models, and assist writing cost volumes
• 3. Work with program managers to develop accurate forecasts, schedules, and Estimates at Completion for select projects
• 4. Monitor and analyze program expenditures to ensure accuracy of cost classification and future estimates
• 5. Collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data of all types
• 6. Produce and distribute monthly reports including financial variance and hours analysis reports
• 7. Analyze monthly cost variances and prepare explanations for presentation to management
• 8. Assist with department development and provide recommendations for process improvement initiatives
• 9. Assist with annual corporate budget development process and annual operating plans
• 10. Ensure work is completed on time and accurately
• 11. Perform other duties as assigned

Work Conditions

Employee will be working within an office environment. Employee may be expected to travel on occasion to locations where specific attire is necessary.

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. OR graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience
• Proficient understanding of government contract types (e.g. FFP, T&M, CPFF, CPIF, etc.) and their rules and regulations
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Strong organization skills, good oral and written communication skills with attention to detail
• Able to learn new custom systems and software used by Long Wave
• Able to work collaboratively with program managers and other departmental staff, as well as take on projects and responsibilities individually

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with project-based accounting procedures
• Strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/(DFAR) and government contractor cost structures
• Familiarity and experience with the Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA)
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint or similar government contractor accounting systems

Position Benefits

As a full-time employee of Long Wave, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• 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.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability