Specialist, Program Finance

VSV WINS INC; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Onsite work

Job summary

VSV WINS INC. seeks a Senior Specialist, Program Finance to support aerospace and defense programs in Palm Bay, FL. The role focuses on financial analysis, forecasting, and EVMS-related activities within cost-plus and fixed-price contracts.

The ideal candidate has strong program-finance experience, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with leadership across engineering, program management, and finance teams. Onsite work is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of finance experience or graduate degree with 4+ years.
• In lieu of a degree, 10 years relevant experience may be considered.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Experience supporting complex programs in finance or program finance.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work onsite in Palm Bay, FL.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support complex programs with cost-plus and fixed-price contracts.
• Prepare and analyze sales, profit, and cash forecasts.
• Perform financial analysis and program performance reporting.
• Support EVMS activities and reporting.
• Prepare internal and customer-facing financial reports.
• Support financial audits and related activities.
• Analyze financial performance, trends, risks, and variances.
• Partner with program managers for financial decisions.
• Work with multiple contract types and their financial implications.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and controls.
• Identify and resolve complex financial issues proactively.
• Manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Present financial information to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

EVM/EVMS

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Cost analysis

Program finance

MS Excel

Communication

Security clearance

Onsite work

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance

Graduate degree in finance

Tools

PeopleSoft

Cobra

Hyperion

Job description

Senior Specialist, Program Finance

Location: Palm Bay, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Schedule: 9/80 schedule employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours, with every other Friday off
Salary: $76,500 $141,500/year
Vendor Fee: $5000
Payment Terms: 90 days
Guarantee Period: 90 dasy
Relocation Assistance: Possible for an ideal candidate

About the Organization

Our client is a leading aerospace, defense, and advanced technology organization supporting critical national security and mission-focused programs. The organization develops and delivers sophisticated systems and solutions for government and defense customers, with a strong focus on innovation, engineering excellence, operational performance, and mission success.

The company operates in a highly collaborative and technically advanced environment, supporting complex programs that require strong financial management, cost control, forecasting, and performance analysis. Employees have the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineering, program management, finance, and technical teams on projects with significant strategic importance.

Position Overview

The Senior Specialist, Program Finance will support complex aerospace and defense programs, including cost-plus and fixed-price contracts. This position will provide financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and program financial support while partnering closely with program leadership and other internal stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have strong program finance experience, knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM/EVMS), excellent analytical abilities, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support complex programs involving cost-plus and fixed-price contracts.
• Prepare and analyze sales, profit, and cash forecasts.
• Perform financial analysis and program performance reporting.
• Support Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) activities and reporting.
• Prepare internal and customer-facing financial reports.
• Support financial audits and other program-related financial activities.
• Analyze financial performance, trends, risks, and variances.
• Partner with program managers and business leaders to support financial decision-making.
• Work with multiple contract types and understand their financial implications.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies, procedures, and controls.
• Identify and proactively resolve complex financial issues.
• Manage multiple assignments and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Present financial information and analysis to internal and external stakeholders as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6 years of finance experience, OR
• Graduate degree with a minimum of 4 years of finance experience.
• In lieu of a degree, 10 years of relevant experience may be considered.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• Experience supporting complex programs in a finance or program-finance environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at different levels of an organization.
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.
• Ability to work onsite in Palm Bay, FL.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience with financial performance reporting.
• Experience preparing internal and customer financial reports.
• Experience partnering with program managers and senior leadership.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with government or defense contracts.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Cobra, and Hyperion.
• Ability to proactively identify and solve complex problems with limited supervision.
• Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Program Financial Analyst, Program Finance Analyst, Senior Financial Analyst, or Defense/Aerospace Finance professional with substantial experience supporting complex government programs.

Candidates should have strong EVM/EVMS, forecasting, financial reporting, cost analysis, and program finance experience, along with the ability to collaborate closely with program leadership.

Active TS/SCI clearance is mandatory.

Work Environment

• Location: Palm Bay, FL
• Work Arrangement: Fully onsite
• Schedule: 9/80
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Relocation assistance may be available for an ideal candidate.

Security & Eligibility

• Active TS/SCI clearance required
• Candidates without an active TS/SCI clearance will not be considered.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.