Strategic Program Finance Lead: EAC & Dashboards

Jobtailor; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Washington, DC seeks an experienced Program Finance leader to partner across functions, drive forecasting, EAC, and financial planning for complex government contracts. You will build robust models, dashboards, and reporting tools to enable data-driven decisions and manage program performance.

The role requires strong Excel skills, experience with FAR/CAS, and a proven track record in program finance within aerospace/defense or complex technology programs.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Security Clearance required.
• Experience leading EAC processes, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Understanding FAR, CAS, and revenue recognition principles.
• Experience with government contracts (FFP, CPFF, T&M, Cost Reimbursable).

Responsibilities

• Lead finance partner for a strategic program throughout its lifecycle.
• Partner cross-functionally to support financial execution and business decisions.
• Own program forecasting, EAC, financial planning, and variance analysis; identify risks/opportunities.
• Develop financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools to improve visibility into program performance.
• Drive continuous improvement by standardizing processes and creating scalable tools.
• Introduce industry best practices to improve program financial management and organizational effectiveness.
• Mentor junior Program Finance members with technical guidance and coaching.
• Collaborate with finance leadership on strategic initiatives and special projects.
• Prepare executive-level reporting on financial performance, risks, and recommendations.
• Support startup activities, contract execution, and financial planning for new programs.

Skills

Financial planning

Forecasting

Estimate at Completion (EAC)

Financial modeling

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Data-driven decision making

Program Finance

FP&A

Risk identification

Contract structures

Operational excellence

Influencing cross-functional teams

Effective communication

Mentoring

Coaching

Problem-solving

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business/Economics

Tools

Dashboards

Reporting tools

Financial reporting solutions

Job description

Jobtailor in Washington, DC seeks an experienced Program Finance leader to partner across functions, drive forecasting, EAC, and financial planning for complex government contracts. You will build robust models, dashboards, and reporting tools to enable data-driven decisions and manage program performance.

The role requires strong Excel skills, experience with FAR/CAS, and a proven track record in program finance within aerospace/defense or complex technology programs.