Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Applied Research Solutions (ARS) provides technically integrated solutions, talent, and technology for mission support in focused markets. The Senior Program Control Manager will lead division-level business operations, finance, and program control for the Defense and Intelligence Operating Group, including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, reporting, audit follow-up, and advising leadership.
Responsibilities
- Use your demonstrated Business Operations, including Finance, Program Control and Business Management expertise, to support and lead the Program Management Office at a division level within the Defense and Intelligence Operating Group
- Report on and manage Division results with direct interaction with the Division Vice President/General Manager as well as the Operating Group Operations Vice Presidents and President
- Develop program related financial data and metrics and lead program budgeting and forecasting
- Provide oversight on financial tracking and the efficiency and effectiveness of financial programs as well as follow up on audit resolution and corrective actions
- Apply your understanding of the strategic picture and drill down into the analysis of financial data on a monthly basis and for contribution to the long-term strategic plan
- Use government accounting background to coordinate and participate in month end closing
- Experience in managing a remote team in multiple locations
- Serve as a business partner and adviser to leadership on all program financial matters
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
- Must be a US citizen
- Advanced Excel skill set, proficiency with MS Office
- Advanced working knowledge of Costpoint, TM1 and Cognos
- Strong accounting background to include month-end closing
- Experience in Program Finance & Analysis
- Working knowledge of rates and service centers
- Proven experience in analyzing financial data as well as financial reporting and forecasting
- Experience with pricing contracts and new business bids
- Experience with developing financial models including EACs and ad-hoc analysis
- Proven partnering with multiple organizations to include strong background in supporting Program Management and cross-functional teams
- Ability to travel as needed for business needs
- Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or 10 years' with equivalent experience
- Minimum of 8+ years Program Control/Program Financial experience in a federal government contracting environment
- At least 5 years of managerial experience
Benefits
- Remote work arrangement
- Industry competitive benefits package
- Awards and recognition program
- Personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers
- A culture where employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations while still obtaining a work/life balance
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