ARPA-H Business Financial Manager (BFM) - HSF/SSO

Overview

The organization is seeking an ARPA-H Business Financial Manager (BFM) – HSF/SSO to support Program Managers and the broader agency. This role provides comprehensive financial and administrative support, including program budgeting, financial tracking and analysis, and coordination of funding forecasts-to-actuals.

This position is remote.

Responsibilities

Programmatic Support

• Assist Program Managers (PMs) with development and execution of program budgets, including forecasting, tracking, and expenditure analysis.
• Prepare and manage financial documents such as OTAs, grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements.
• Track and manage program milestones and deliverables, ensuring compliance with funding agreements.
• Monitor and report on program performance metrics and provide insights to PMs and leadership.

Financial Management

• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts for assigned programs.
• Analyze financial data and trends to identify risks and opportunities.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with Federal financial regulations and agency policies.

Administrative Support

• Manage program contracts and awards, coordinating with contracting officers and legal counsel.
• Organize and facilitate program meetings and workshops.
• Prepare correspondence and presentations for a variety of audiences.
• Manage travel and other program expenses.

Collaboration

• Work effectively with a diverse team, including Program Managers, scientists, engineers, and administrative professionals.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners such as performers and grant recipients (research teams), contractors, and other government agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience directly supporting a DARPA Technical Office in a BFM role.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a federal government financial management role, preferably in an R&D environment.
• Strong understanding of Federal financial regulations and accounting principles.
• Experience working with OTAs, grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements.
• Experience with financial modeling tools.
• Experience with Budgeting, PPBE, resource
• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required per contract.
• Active Public Trust or ability to obtain.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $120,000 – $170,000
• General Description of Benefits: Provided by the employer.

Location

• Remote