Senior Program Finance Specialist

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree; Experience in a government contracting environment is strongly preferred; CPA or CMA preferred

 

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Imagine a world-class engineering environment with exceptional talent and advanced technologies that are often classified. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll work with amazing engineers to invent the technologies, products, and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts, and first responders keep our nation safe. We provide premium systems and services to the Department of Defense, government agencies, and commercial clients across areas including acoustic sensors, signal processing, combat systems, torpedoes, cybersecurity, knowledge management, and electronic warfare. If you want the chance to lead, it's time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS)!

 

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Senior Program Finance Analyst supporting advanced technologies and critical defense and intelligence programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or an equivalent business discipline, plus a minimum of two years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree.
• Experience analyzing financial data, reconciling accounts, and performing month-end close activities.
• In-depth knowledge of general ledger accounting, rates and compliance, and cost proposal functions.
• Knowledge of the Truth in Negotiations Act, Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulation, government accounting, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and ASC 606 revenue recognition.
• Experience preparing program financial forecasts, estimates at completion, booking rates, and earnings-rate reviews.

• Manage program financial performance, analyze risks and funding issues, and report actual and projected orders, funding, sales, margin, and cash flow during monthly reviews.
• Prepare estimates at completion and booking rates, conduct earnings-rate reviews, and support revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606, generally accepted accounting principles, and GDMS requirements.
• Support strategic planning and proposals through financial modeling, investment forecasts, internal rate of return calculations, present value and payback analyses, and labor projections.
• Perform month-end close activities; validate contract charges and make system adjustments; review and approve purchase requisitions within authorized limits; and manage invoicing, billing discrepancies, and accounts receivable.
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

• Experience in a government contracting environment.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation.
• Experience modeling potential financial results for proposals and investment decisions.
• Experience preparing ad hoc financial analyses for programs and special projects.

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research-oriented work alongside award-winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security.
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off, if desired (9/80 schedule).
• Competitive benefits, including 401(k) matching, flexible time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more.
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits.

This position is on-site with the option to flex moving forward. We are not offering a relocation package at this time.

  

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

USD $80,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans