Senior Program Finance Analyst

Iridium Satellite LLC; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Other discounts and perks

Job summary

Iridium Satellite LLC in McLean, VA seeks a Senior Program Finance Analyst to manage government program finances, including EAC/ETC maintenance, EVMS inputs, and contract reporting. You will collaborate with PMs, contracts, and business units to ensure accurate cost accounting and revenue recognition across varied contract types.

The role emphasizes budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and delivering clear financial analyses to PMO and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6-8+ years of relevant experience in government contracting.
• US citizenship required and lawful permanent resident of the U.S.
• Experience with budgeting, reporting, and EVMS processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting of projects with varying contracts.
• Develop and maintain EACs and ETCs monthly for cost accounting and revenue recognition.
• Track Contract Value and Funded Value with percent complete analysis and CDRLs.
• Maintain EVMS inputs, WBS, variance analysis, and CFSR submissions.
• Support annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting with timely finance inputs.
• Create financial charts for program reviews showing funding status and risks.
• Support month-end close, accruals, and variance analysis versus budget.
• Involved in project setup, invoicing, and contract closeout activities.
• Assist invoicing of CPFF/CPFF/FFP & TM contracts and backup support.
• Implement improvements of financial policies for projects and support audit activities.

Skills

FAR/DFAR/GAAP

MS Excel

Budgeting

EVMS

WBS/CLINs

Government contracting

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Senior Program Finance Analyst

Job Locations: US-VA-McLean

Job ID: 2026-5038

Category: Accounting/Finance

Worker Category: Regular Full-Time[F]

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium's unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

What We're Looking For:

Iridium is seeking a talented, hands on Senior Program Finance Analyst to join our accounting team. You will be using your skills to compile, review, monitor and report on government programs. You will be heavily involved in ongoing reporting requirements and analysis for established programs. In this role you will work closely with program managers, contracts, and the business unit, as well as perform a variety of accounting related activites in connection to government programs.

What You'll Do:

• Work with project managers, contracts, accounting, and the business to lead project teams in the planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting of projects of varying contract types, size, and complexity.
• Develop, maintain, and update program Estimates-at-Complete (EACs) and Estimates-to-Complete (ETCs) monthly to ensure proper cost accounting and revenue recognition per each contract.
• Track Contract Value and Funded Value with percent complete analysis, including subcontractor / vendor obligations, funding limitation notices, and support PMO with other program related reporting. Prepare and support any Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs).
• Manage and own all financial inputs and submittals in support of the EVMS cycle by delivering actuals, maintaining Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), providing variance analysis, and submitting the Contract Funds Status Report (CFSR).
• Lead corporate planning for annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting cycles with PMs and business partners. Ensure that all required finance inputs, including internal and external reporting, are prepared, reviewed, and submitted on time with documented assumptions.
• Create financial charts in support of monthly program reviews that highlight funding status, unbilled analysis, aged receivables, utilization, and risks and opportunities. Identify cost impacts and develop recovery plans as required. Present financial results to PMO, management, and executive teams.
• Support month-end close process, accrual preparation and review, and interpret variance/trend analyses for actuals compared to budget and forecast.
• Program life-cycle activities such as project setup/maintenance, invoicing support, and contract closeout activities.
• Support invoicing of CPFF/CR/FFP & TM contract types and develop any backup support for submission.
• Implement improvements of financial policies and procedures in support of projects.
• Support of government compliance and audit activities.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Good understanding of multiple contract types: CPAF, CPFF, CPIF, FFP, IDIQ, T&M.
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Defense FAR Supplement (DFAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to identify risks, evaluate the probability and magnitude, and implement risk-mitigating strategies.
• Hands-on experience in the development, maintenance, and/or tracking of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS's) / Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs). Understand how job costs are collected and billed on all contract types.
• Accounting experience in support of government programs.
• Strong MS Excel (e.g. Pivot Tables / Advanced formulas) and Office skills (e.g. PowerPoint).
• Strong organization, analytical, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Detail oriented, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Be active in seeking out ways to improve yourself and gain new knowledge and be enthusiastic in sharing knowledge with others.
• Take initiative and identify ways to add value through innovative solutions.

Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• [6-8+] years of relevant experience in government contracting
• US citizenship required and lawful permanent resident of the U.S.

Work Environment:

This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

We believe in-person connection drives innovation, strengthens mentorship, and builds culture, while flexibility enables employees to do their best work. Under Iridium's Hybrid Work Policy, employees are expected to work at least three days per week (approximately 60%) in an Iridium office to support collaboration, relationship-building, and professional growth.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed.

Base Pay Range: $105,000 - $140,000 USD

• medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• paid time off and paid holidays
• paid parental leave
• other discounts and perks

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.