Program Financial Analyst

Upside Search; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Upside Search is assisting a client in Florida to identify a Program Financial Analyst who will partner with leadership to shape financial strategy for a government-focused business unit. The role involves budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and business planning across multiple functions such as operations and engineering.

The successful candidate will develop and maintain financial models, support bids and pricing, and deliver regular financial reports to executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Program Finance/Government Contracting Finance.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, profitability analysis, and business planning skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and ability to build financial models.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary finance partner supporting a strategic business program, providing financial guidance to program leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Own the financial planning process, including budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and long-range business planning.
• Monitor program financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Lead financial support for customer bids, pricing proposals, contract analysis, and program startup activities.
• Develop and maintain financial models that support operational decision-making and program execution.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and ad hoc financial reports for leadership, highlighting key performance metrics and trends.
• Analyze program costs, labor utilization, inventory activity, and revenue recognition to ensure financial performance aligns with objectives.
• Partner with Program Management, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Accounting to ensure accurate financial execution.
• Support billing, invoicing, intercompany transactions, and financial compliance for Cost-Plus and Firm-Fixed-Price programs.
• Help design, implement, and improve financial processes, reporting capabilities, and ERP functionality.
• Ensure financial integrity across program reporting while maintaining internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through data analysis and process optimization.
• Utilize ERP systems, Excel, and reporting tools to develop meaningful financial analysis for executive decisions.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial modeling

Profitability analysis

Business planning

Excel

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP systems

Program Finance/Government Contracting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Summary:

Our client is a well-established and highly respected manufacturer that is investing heavily in the continued expansion of a newly launched business unit focused on serving government-related markets. Backed by the stability, resources, and reputation of an industry leader, this business operates with the speed, visibility, and entrepreneurial mindset of a growing organization.

As part of this growth, they are seeking a Program Financial Analyst to become the primary finance partner supporting one of the organization's most strategic business units. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to become a true business partner with the ability to influence financial strategy, improve processes, and help build the financial foundation of a rapidly growing operation.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Build Something from the Ground Up: Play a key role in helping build the financial infrastructure, reporting, and processes for a rapidly growing business unit rather than simply maintaining what's already in place.
• Entrepreneurial Environment, Backed by Stability: Enjoy the autonomy and visibility of a growing business while benefiting from the resources, reputation, and long-term stability of an established industry leader.
• High Visibility & Strategic Influence: Partner directly with program leadership and cross-functional teams, serving as the primary finance resource responsible for driving profitability, forecasting, and key business decisions.
• Broad Ownership: Take ownership across budgeting, forecasting, pricing, program profitability, financial reporting, and business planning—not just month-end reporting and variance analysis.
• Meaningful Career Growth: Join a business that is investing heavily in its future, creating strong opportunities for advancement as the organization continues to expand

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary finance partner supporting a strategic business program, providing financial guidance to program leadership and cross-functional teams
• Own the financial planning process, including budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and long-range business planning
• Monitor program financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations to improve results
• Lead financial support for customer bids, pricing proposals, contract analysis, and program startup activities
• Develop and maintain financial models that support operational decision-making and program execution
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and ad hoc financial reports for leadership, highlighting key performance metrics, trends, and business insights
• Analyze program costs, labor utilization, inventory activity, and revenue recognition to ensure financial performance aligns with business objectives
• Partner closely with Program Management, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Accounting to ensure accurate financial execution across the business
• Support billing, invoicing, intercompany transactions, and financial compliance for both Cost-Plus and Firm-Fixed-Price programs
• Help design, implement, and continuously improve financial processes, reporting capabilities, and ERP system functionality
• Ensure financial integrity across program reporting while maintaining compliance with internal controls and corporate finance policies
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through data analysis, process optimization, and financial best practices
• Utilize ERP systems, Excel, and reporting tools to develop meaningful financial analysis that supports executive decision-making

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in Program Finance/Government Contracting Finance
• Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, profitability analysis, and business planning
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze complex financial data and build financial models
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to both finance and program leaders
• Self-motivated professional who enjoys working cross-functionally in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment