Senior Specialist, Program Finance

Bestinfo Systems LLC; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 135,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Relocation assistance available

Occasional travel

Job summary

Bestinfo Systems LLC is seeking a Senior Specialist, Program Finance to join our finance team. This full-time role focuses on earned value management, program budgeting, and cost analysis for complex defense programs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a related field, 6+ years of experience, COBRA/SAP proficiency, and the ability to obtain a US Secret clearance. Relocation may be considered for ideal candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Accounting, Finance, or related analytical field.
• 6+ years of relevant experience; graduate degree reduces requirement to 4+ years.
• Experience with COBRA and SAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Earned Value Management data integrity for multiple programs using COBRA and SAP.
• Forecast program performance metrics and conduct variance analysis vs. financial plan.
• Create and maintain Projects in SAP; ensure EAC accuracy for all efforts under responsibility.
• Prepare IPMR deliverables and support internal/external audits.

Skills

Project management

Excel

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Accounting, Finance

Tools

COBRA

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Position Title: Senior Specialist, Program Finance

Job Type: Full-Time

Base Salary: $135,000 to $140,000 + Best-in-class benefits

Job Category: Finance / Accounting - Financial Analysis / Research/Reporting

Ability to obtain a US Secret security clearance

Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Sr Specialist, Program Financial Analyst. Duties of the job include:

Essential Functions:

• Senior professional with strong knowledge of job area and broad knowledge of project management. Manages complex projects or processes with general oversight. Communicates within and outside of own function to gain cooperation on operational processes, practices, and procedures. Makes moderate to substantial improvements to systems and processes. Contributes to achievement of departmental goals and operating plans with direct impact on the departmental results. Responsible for all aspects of maintaining the Earned Value Management data integrity for multiple programs utilizing the Cobra and SAP toolsets including:
• Forecasting of FPA type of metrics for program performance
• Weekly/Monthly/Quarterly/Annual forecasting and variance analysis to financial plan including profitability and cash flow
• Creating/ Maintaining/Updating of Projects in SAP
• Ensuring EAC accuracy for all efforts under responsibility
• Work is performed with minimal supervision and the ideal candidate is able to mentor junior members of the team
• Creation of Integrated Program Management Report (IPMR) deliverables (Formats 1-5, 7).
• Creation and Review Variance reports with CAM input
• Creates and maintains program baseline budgets for performance measurement.
• Prepares moderately complex proposal cost estimates and pricing data.
• Provides support for internal and external audits for assigned programs.
• Create Ad Hoc analysis as needed
• Other duties as assigned by leadership
• Detail oriented with ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to obtain a US Secret security clearance
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Accounting, Finance, or related analytical field
• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Experience with COBRA/SAP
• 4-10 years' experience and demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office applications specifically Excel.
• 4-10 years' experience in understanding and using Earned Value Management concepts and processes.
• Experience with risk management, financial management, and work breakdown structures, change management, cost estimating, configuration management and system surveillance, operations, and procurement. Familiarity with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations, ANSI-748-D, EVMIG, and NDIA Intent Guides.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• MBA or CPA preferred
• Experience in a leadership development program
• Experience managing the financials for a highly visible program
• Knowledge of government contracts, funding profiles, sales outlook and variance analysis preferred.
• Experience with contracts such as CPAF, CPFF, T&M, FFP, etc
• Certifications such as PMP, EVMP or similar

Compensation:

• Full-time
• Benefits - Full
• Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for ideal candidate
• 7+ to 10 years experience
• Seniority Level - Mid-Senior
• Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree
• Willingness to Travel - Occasionally

Ideal Candidate:

• Defense industry program finance background with Earned Value reporting experience.