Specialist, Program Finance

L3Harris Technologies; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 76,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking a Specialist in Program Finance to own financial management for one or more programs, including EAC development, baselining, and Earned Value reporting. The role partners with Program Management, Operations, and Engineering and requires strong Excel and EVM knowledge.

The position emphasizes collaboration with junior analysts, conducting MFRs, AOP, and JSP planning, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. A DOD security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related analytical field with required experience.
• 4-8 years’ experience and strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
• 4-8 years’ experience with Earned Value Management concepts and processes.
• Experience with risk management and financial management.
• Ability to obtain DOD Security Clearance; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of financial management for one or more programs.
• Develop and maintain Estimates at Completion (EACs) and baselining.
• Prepare for Earned Value baseline reviews and ensure financial aspects are covered.
• Conduct internal and external earned value reporting.
• Collaborate with junior analysts for accurate reporting.
• Conduct Monthly Financial Reviews (MFR), Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and Joint Strategic Planning (JSP).
• Identify risks and opportunities within programs.
• Update OSPGov forecasts and PMR charts.
• Handle ad hoc financial analysis requests from PMs and others.
• Establish program structures in WBS format and ensure policy compliance.
• Lead EVM report reviews with PMs and teams.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Earned Value

SAP

Risk management

Cross-functional teams

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

No tools specified

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Specialist, Program Finance

Job Code: 42409

Job Location: Camden NJ. or Herndon VA.

Schedule: 9/80- Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking a Specialist in Program Finance. This individual will own one or more programs, or a subset of a large program. This role involves comprehensive financial oversight, including the development of Estimates at Completion (EACs), program baselining, and Gate 5 preparation. The PFA will be responsible for both internal and external earned value reporting, collaborating with junior analysts to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Additionally, the role includes financial planning activities such as Monthly Financial Reviews (MFR), Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and Joint Strategic Planning (JSP) for the respective programs. Responsibilities also encompass identifying risks and opportunities, performing OSPGov updates, updating Program Management Review (PMR) charts, and handling ad hoc requests from Program Managers (PMs) and other functions. The PFA will act as a business partner, conducting the establishment of program structures in Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) format, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies (e.g., AC-13). Proficiency in SAP, COBRA, and OSPGov is essential for success in this role. Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to be able to inspire a team and collaborate with key functional stakeholders including Program Management, Operations, and Engineering. Ideal candidate must be a critical thinker who is detail oriented, organized and capable of multi-tasking and the ability to work with minimal day-to-day supervision. Successful candidates will demonstrate an aptitude for efficiency, problem-solving, and resourcefulness, with a commitment to quality.

Essential Functions:

• Take ownership of financial management for one or more programs, or subsets of larger programs.
• Develop and maintain Estimates at Completion (EACs) and ensure accurate program cost baselining.
• Prepare for Earned Value baseline reviews and ensure all financial aspects are covered.
• Conduct internal and external earned value reporting.
• Collaborate with junior analysts to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Perform financial planning activities, including Monthly Financial Reviews (MFR), Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and Joint Strategic Planning (JSP).
• Identify and analyze risks and opportunities within respective programs.
• Update financial forecasts in OSPGov and maintain up-to-date PMR charts.
• Handle ad hoc financial analysis requests from PMs or other functions.
• Act as a financial business partner to program teams.
• Establish and maintain program structures in Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) format.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Conduct weekly assessments of actual costs, staffing and burn rates.
• Manage funding and ensure alignment with program requirements.
• Lead Earned Value Management (EVM) report reviews with PMs and functional teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related analytical field 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.
• 4-8 years’ experience and demonstrated strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
• 4-8 years’ experience and understanding and experience using Earned Value Management concepts and processes.
• Experience with risk management, financial management.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to obtain DOD Security Clearance which requires US citizenship.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience using SAP
• Knowledge of ASC606 Revenue Recognition
• Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington State, DC and Virginia (Greater D.C. area), Denver, or NYC areas is $76K-$141K. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, Vermont and Virginia (outside of Greater D.C. area) is $67K-$124K. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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