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Program Financial Analyst I

Posted 2 Days Ago
In-Office
Lone Tree, CO, USA
65K-85K Annually
Junior
In-Office
Lone Tree, CO, USA
65K-85K Annually
Junior
Supports program financial controls and cost management for federal aerospace and defense contracts. Responsibilities include maintaining earned value management baselines, forecasting costs, conducting variance analysis and estimates at completion, supporting month-end close, interpreting performance metrics, and preparing program status reports. The analyst collaborates with program managers, control account managers, and business leaders on budgeting, risk management, corrective actions, and program reviews.
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The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here.

Are you looking for an opportunity to use your analysis and finance skills in a meaningful work environment that supports and protects explorers and heroes? Join our team! The Program Financial Analyst I is responsible for reviewing, monitoring, and controlling project data to support internal and external project reporting. This role involves preparing budgets and schedules for contract work, assisting with cost proposals, pricing documentation, and performing cost variance analysis to ensure realistic contract cost and schedule baselines are maintained.

Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for program controls and cost management activities related to the full implementation of Earned Value Management (EVM). The PFA will interface with the program managers, functional management, cost account managers (CAMs) and business managers to provide financial support and analysis to meet program requirements. The core responsibilities include but are not limited to:  

  • Apply Earned Value Management concepts in working with federal government contracts, budget process, and funding management.  
  • Establish and maintain program performance management baseline (PMB), ensure compliance, and support change management activities.  
  • Establish and maintain cost forecast, validate accuracy, and assist in financial analyses such as variance analysis and quarterly Estimates at Complete (EAC). 
  • Support month-end close activities required to maintain an accurate PMB.   
  • Analyze and interpret Earned Value metrics.  
  • Advise Control Account Managers (CAMs) in performing variance analysis and preparing internal and external status reports.  
  • Participate in key program management activities in support of EVM including Risk & Opportunity Management, Corrective Action, Initial Baseline Review (IBR), and Program Management Reviews (PMRs).  

 

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 0-2 years of experience in financial analysis, project control, or a related field.
  • Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 4 years of related experience is required.
  • Ability to effectively and clearly communicate program and financial related information.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint). 
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and self-manage a multitasked workload in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse work teams.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Enthusiasm for the Aerospace and Defense industry.
  • Experience with financial software and  Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP or Oracle.
  • Knowledge of Earned Value Management.
  • Capability to communicate and present financial data. 
  • Advanced Excel proficiency (including pivot tables, Vlookup, and conditional formatting). 


This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $64,900.00 - $85,296.00. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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