Sr. Manager Business Finance

Serco; New Hampshire; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco Inc. is seeking a Senior Finance Manager reporting to the Director of Business Finance to oversee a $600M operational unit and a 25‑person finance team.

You will drive financial strategy, forecasting, compliance, and performance improvements while delivering timely insights to support decision making for DoD programs. The role requires strong program control background, DoD contracting knowledge, and leadership in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years of finance and program control experience in a government contracting environment.
• OR a Master’s degree with minimum 8 years of finance and program control experience in a government contracting environment.
• Minimum 6 years of experience leading and developing a team.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance (post-employment); U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Provide contract‑level financial support and analysis including project accounting, planning, and EACs.
• Lead the monthly close, DSO reviews, and review/approve monthly accruals.
• Provide financial analysis to Management for complex project data and contracts.
• Analyze profit risks and opportunities and advise on optimal paths forward.
• Lead the revenue recognition cycle with focus on compliant methods.
• Develop and present monthly financial variance reporting for Executive leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Contracting knowledge

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or related field

Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting or related field

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Oracle EPM

MS Excel

Power BI

Job description

Senior Finance Manager – key partner reporting directly to the Director of Business Finance overseeing the financial management of a $600M Operational Business Unit supporting complex Department of Defense programs. The role provides hands‑on leadership to a team of ~25 program finance professionals, ensuring high‑quality financial analysis, forecasting, compliance, and program execution support. The selected candidate will help drive financial strategy, strengthen operational performance, and enhance decision‑making across the Business Unit by delivering timely insights, improving financial processes, and fostering a high‑performing, collaborative finance organization.

This role calls for a well‑rounded performer who thrives in a fast‑paced, demanding environment. Key attributes include willingness to dig deeply into details and the ability to assess the big picture. The selected individual will consistently demonstrate high levels of technical and professional knowledge and quickly assimilate new information. The successful candidate will have a strong management and program control background with significant experience in government contracting.

Location preferences: Orlando, Fl. (with Hybrid work options) or full‑time telework (if the right candidate; preferred Eastern Time Zone).

In This Role You Will

• Provide subject matter expertise in program control & reporting including delivery of contract‑level financial support and analysis (project accounting, project planning, EACs, etc.)
• Lead the Daily Sales Outstanding (DSO) reviews and monthly end close process/meetings.
• Review and approve monthly accruals.
• Provide financial support to Management in the preparation and analysis of complex project financial data and other complex contract, project or business‑related tasks.
• Analyze profit risks and opportunities and advise management on the optimal path forward.
• Provide proposal pricing strategies and support new business activities.
• Lead the monthly revenue recognition cycle with a focus on accurate and compliant revenue recognition methods.
• Support the monthly business cadence of both the operational and finance organizations, including participating in and supporting meetings and program reviews.
• Create monthly financial variance reporting; prepare and lead monthly financial reviews with Executive leadership.
• Provide cost, schedule and funding planning, reporting, monitoring and analysis support to Program Managers including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and development of time‑phased budgets and schedules.
• Provide finance inputs for project set‑up in compliance with contractual terms, conditions and requirements.
• Identify project risks and opportunities and provide analytical contribution in working resolution with PM, Contracts, Procurement and Finance/Accounting.
• Oversee preparation of subcontractor and vendor accruals as services/goods are received in accordance with GAAP and internal policies to ensure that the project’s cost/commitment is accurately captured and reported internally and externally.
• Lead cash management activities through active monitoring of contract billed and unbilled status, working with Finance, Contracts, Accounting and PMO to resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Act as liaison between operations and other administrative support organizations on financial issues. Interface with subcontractors, vendors, and customers as required.
• Support both internal and external audit requirements, including government compliance.

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Have

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance (post‑employment)
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 10 years of finance and program control experience in a government contracting environment
• OR a Master’s degree with minimum 8 years of finance and program control experience in a government contracting environment
• Minimum 6 years of experience leading and developing a team
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a collaborative team with a focus on high professional standards, strong follow‑up and successful project execution
• Knowledge of general and corporate business practices, government contracting regulations and principles, DCAA compliance and audits, and accounting and finance principles
• Must be versed in various contract vehicles, i.e., CPAF, CPFF, LOE, FPLOE, FFP, T&M, IDIQs, etc.
• Working knowledge of Service Contract Act requirements, CAS and FAR
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel required
• Ability to travel occasionally (10% or less) within the United States

Additional Desired Skills And Experience

• Advanced knowledge of Deltek Costpoint Project and Revenue modules strongly preferred
• Experience using Oracle EPM, SmartView and MS Power BI preferred

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance‑based incentives, and benefits that promote well‑being and work‑life balance so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time‑off programs that support work‑life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the scope of the role, relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long‑term incentive opportunities.

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