Senior Program Finance Analyst - EVM, SAP & COBRA Expert

Audit Data Search, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Audit Data Search, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Financial Analyst to support complex government contracting programs, with responsibility for financial planning, forecasting, EVM, and performance reporting.

The role collaborates with CAMs, Finance, Contracts, Operations, and senior leadership; requires hands-on EVM, COBRA, SAP experience, and the ability to work independently while mentoring junior staff. US citizenship with ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering, Science, or a related analytical discipline
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience with a bachelor's degree, or 4+ years with a relevant graduate degree; significant directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Demonstrated experience working with Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts, processes, and reporting
• Hands-on experience with COBRA and SAP
• Strong experience with program financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, EAC development, and variance analysis
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong overall Microsoft Office skills
• Experience working with Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), cost estimating, change management, risk management, and financial performance measurement
• Ability to analyze complex financial and program data and communicate findings effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively across Finance, Program Management, Contracts, Operations, Procurement, and other functional areas
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance

Responsibilities

• Manage financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities for multiple complex programs
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of Earned Value Management (EVM) data utilizing COBRA and SAP
• Develop and maintain weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts related to program performance, profitability, and cash flow
• Perform detailed variance analysis against financial plans, budgets, and established program baselines
• Develop, maintain, and analyze Estimates at Completion (EACs) and ensure accuracy across assigned programs
• Create, maintain, and update projects and associated financial information within SAP
• Establish and maintain program baseline budgets for performance measurement
• Partner with Control Account Managers (CAMs) to prepare, analyze, and review cost and schedule variances
• Support the preparation of Integrated Program Management Report (IPMR) deliverables and other required program reporting
• Monitor program financial performance and identify trends, risks, and areas requiring management attention
• Prepare cost estimates and pricing data in support of proposals and other business initiatives
• Support financial aspects of program changes, including baseline and change-control activities
• Assist with internal and external audits for assigned programs
• Provide financial analysis related to funding, contracts, operations, procurement, and program performance
• Develop ad hoc financial analyses and reporting for program and senior leadership as needed
• Recommend improvements to financial processes, reporting, and controls
• Work independently with limited supervision while providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members

Skills

Earned Value Management (EVM)

COBRA

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Forecasting

Variance analysis

WBS

IPMR

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering, Science, or related analytical discipline

MBA, CPA, or other advanced degree

Tools

COBRA

SAP

Job description

Audit Data Search, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Financial Analyst to support complex government contracting programs, with responsibility for financial planning, forecasting, EVM, and performance reporting.

The role collaborates with CAMs, Finance, Contracts, Operations, and senior leadership; requires hands-on EVM, COBRA, SAP experience, and the ability to work independently while mentoring junior staff. US citizenship with ability to obtain a security clearance.