Sr. Program Finance Analyst

Overview

This role supports program and project teams by providing advanced financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting to ensure effective cost management and compliance with contractual and applicable organizational requirements. The analyst partners closely with program management, contracts, and operations to monitor financial performance, analyze variances, and support strategic decision-making. Accurate and timely financial reporting is required throughout the program lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain program financial baselines including budgets, forecasts, and cost estimates, and Estimate-At-Completes (EACs) to meet contractual/project requirements for assigned programs
• Monitor and analyze program costs, revenue, and profitability against established budgets and forecasts
• Prepare regular financial reports for internal management and external customers, including variance analysis and corrective action recommendations
• Support program managers in developing Estimates at Completion (EACs) and ensuring cost and schedule alignment
• Track and forecast labor, material, and overhead costs to identify trends and potential risks
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and pricing, ensuring alignment with organizational financial policies and cost structures
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, government accounting standards (if applicable), and organizational financial procedures
• Coordinate with accounting, contracts, and operations to ensure accurate billing, revenue recognition, and funding status
• Support monthly and quarterly financial reviews, audits, and reporting requirements
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in financial reporting and program controls
• Provide mentorship to junior members of the team
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements / Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance; U.S. Citizenship required
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, budgeting, and forecasting principles
• Excellent ability to communicate financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS and earned value management (EVM) principles (a plus)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Experience

• 4+ years of experience in financial analysis, program control, or project accounting
• Experience in government contracting or manufacturing (preferred)

Compensation & Benefits

The organization provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including:

• 401(k)-retirement plan
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life insurance group coverage, with a portion of the premiums paid by the organization
• Professional development funds
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees

Location

Headquartered in Solana Beach, California. Major offices are in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

Physical Requirements

• Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
• For the purpose of this summary: occasionally = up to 1/3 of the time; frequently = 1/3 to 2/3 of the time; constantly = 2/3 or more of the time
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Equal Employment Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to protected status under applicable federal, state, and local laws.