Financial Management - Senior

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Senior Financial Manager providing support to the NC3 Contract and specifically the NCL Sustainment Division.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers. 

• Prepare program budgets, reports, and financial documentation; analyze funding and budgeting requirements and recommend solutions to improve financial management effectiveness and process efficiency.
• Perform budget forecasting, variance analysis, financial execution reporting, schedule analysis, and Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and assist with corrective actions.
• Utilize automated management information systems to perform analytical, advisory, and reporting functions.
• Compile and analyze financial data to support financial metrics, Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) activities, management internal controls, self-assessments, and routine reporting requirements.
• Support the development and execution of funds management documentation, funding forecasts, budget submissions, and financial models used for decision-making.
• Prepare financial papers, briefings, and documentation supporting Budget Execution Reviews (BERs), Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), Milestone Decision Reviews (MDRs), Management Acquisition Reviews (MARs), Program Management Reviews (PMRs), Acquisition Strategy Plans (ASPs), and Integrated Product Team (IPT) risk assessments.
• Draft financial documentation for submission to government leadership, including Procurement Documents (P-DOCs), Research, Development, Test and Evaluation Documents (R-DOCs), and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) documentation.
• Track and report the status of approved, deferred, and released funds and assist in correcting financial record discrepancies.
• Prepare funding documents including Purchase Requests (PRs), Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs), project orders, and other financial documentation in accordance with financial management policies and regulations.
• Maintain an independent audit trail to track, record, and report the status of funding documents throughout their lifecycle.
• Conduct quick-turn "what-if" funding assessments and support ad hoc financial reporting and data calls.
• Support Air Force and DoD exercises and simulations requiring financial management support.
• Monitor and maintain reimbursable budget programs.
• Conduct research and analysis using financial systems and reporting tools, including CCaRS, CRIS, WAWF, and FM Suite.
• Maintain financial databases and generate ad hoc reports in support of program requirements.
• Will perform other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Must have & maintain a Secret Clearance
• BA/BS Degree
• 7-10 years of relevant experience
• Must be a U.S. Citizen 

Technical Skills

• DoD Financial Management and Budget Execution
• Program Budget Development and Forecasting
• Variance Analysis and Financial Reporting
• Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR)
• Program Objective Memorandum (POM) development
• Purchase Requests (PRs) and Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs)
• Acquisition Financial Management support
• Financial Data Analysis and Audit Trail Management
• CCaRS, CRIS, WAWF, and FM Suite
• Financial Database Management and Ad Hoc Reporting
• Budget Execution Reviews (BERs), Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), and Program Management Reviews (PMRs)

The expected annual salary range: $120k - $130k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills.

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.