Manager I Program Finance

Advanced Acoustic Concepts, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary Thales Defense & Security Inc., is a technical leader in the fields of sonar systems, sonar signal processing, acoustic training systems, and open architecture system and software integration. The venture focuses on emerging areas in the undersea warfare domain where the customer has identified mission-critical needs. For additional information about Advanced Acoustic Concepts, please visit our website at: https://www.aaccorp.com.

Job Title: Manager I Program Finance

Job Location: Clarksburg, MD

Position Summary

Responsible for the financial management of a large, complex program, or several smaller complex programs for an organization or LOB (may include staff management). Financial support to include: internal and external monthly/weekly financial reporting, analysis of results and associated impact to program and Line of Business, EAC development and variance analysis, contract funding limitations and notifications, accurate and complete project set-up, timely corrections/maintenance of cost reports. Drive continuous improvement in department performance. Apply critical thinking to assist site management in identifying risk and developing risk mitigation strategies. Ensure GAAP and Corporate policies guiding revenue recognition are adhered to on every contract and properly reflected in Site plans and forecasts. Develop Line of Business sales, bookings, profit, program investment and cash forecasts from ongoing contracts and new business opportunities. Evaluate, coach, and develop staff. Provide leadership and guidance.

Primary and Essential Accountabilities:

• Provide leadership for the Financial & Program Analysis management functions of the company
• Ensure soundness of analysis, good business judgment, compliance with policies and procedures, adequacy of results and that all costs and reasonable fees have been provided for
• Obtain agreement on previously determined goals and objectives through negotiation, persuasion and advocacy
• Establish, develop and maintain effective business relationships with, and serve as point of contact with, government, commercial, foreign and domestic customers
• Support negotiations with the government, industry prime contractors and foreign customers
• Oversee global linearity of manufacturing activities and forecasting, track cost-down initiatives across the assigned programs and Line of Business
• Understand standards of conduct to include: conflicts of interests, improper practices, liability and fraud
• Understand contract design and structure to include: FFP; CPIF; CPFF; CPAF; BOA; IDIQ; Foreign Military Sale (FMS); and International Direct Commercial Sale (DCS), and, competitive and sole source procurements
• Strong grasp of generally accepted accounting principles and an in-depth working knowledge of the cost accounting standards (CAS) and IFRS
• Ability to negotiate forward pricing rate proposals and settlements
• Participate in acquisition planning strategies including: the definition of contract requirements and risks, and, market research
• Support proposal preparations including: bid/no-bid requirements; cost estimating; pricing; RFP review; risk mitigation; and negotiation
• Understand source selection evaluation process to include cost and price analysis, discussions, debriefings and protest
• Program and finance: Basis of Estimate (BOE) preparation; budget preparation, reporting and management; cost & variance analysis; Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS); estimate at completion (EAC); cash management/working capital; forecasting; contractual reporting (CDRL, EVM, cost and pricing, C/SSR); risk management; return on investment (ROI); audit preparation and management; and program review preparation
• Supports, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Secondary Accountabilities:

• Maximize IT utilization through electronic commerce and ERP/Oracle implementation
• Provide Claims and Litigation support involving ASBCA and USCFC
• General business operations knowledge to include: management principles; business development; HR; operations; finance; accounting; economics; and information technology
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures

Years of Experience and Education Level

• 10+ years of experience and Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or related field and at least ten years of progressive experience in a government manufacturing environment
• MA, MS and/or professional certification is highly desirable
• In-depth knowledge of the FAR, DFAR, CAS & SOX
• Strong contract compliance knowledge
• Strong leadership and developmental skills
• Understand advanced financial analysis principles and have financial analysis skills
• Conduct internal training sessions on relevant financial topics within area of expertise
• Ability to mentor and train others
• Ability to guide difficult analysis on programs
• Working knowledge of IR&D/B&P/ direct sell and allowable vs. unallowable cost

Additional Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Knowledge:

• Capability and flexibility to handle multiple tasks in restricted timeframes to support project goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior demonstrated capability to present information and analysis to senior management.
• Expert in Project Controls systems, processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Engineering, Procurement and Finance processes
• Strong ability to interface with other disciplines, customer reps and subcontractors as required.
• Experience and demonstrated skill in establishing criteria and directing Project Controls activities.
• Experience and demonstrated skill in directing cost engineering functions, including cost estimating, cost control, and cost analysis, in the field and the home office.
• Experience and demonstrated skill in directing, planning, and scheduling functions, including schedule development, control, and analysis, in the field and home office.
• Ability to quickly understand in detail the scope of work required to be performed, to the point of being able to develop appropriate schedule/ work plans.
• Ability to produce and present high quality project reporting and analysis.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting 5-10lbs up to 10% of time
• Standing, Walking: up to 25% of time
• Bending, Stooping: up to 10% of time
• Sitting: up to 75-100% of time
• Travel: up to 25% of time

We offer a full spectrum of benefits including healthcare benefits, paid time off, holidays, tuition assistance, life insurance, short/long term disability and other insurance plans, subject to eligibility or requirements. Eligible employees may enroll in the Company's 401(k) retirement savings plan, which includes a matching percentage. This position is also eligible for a bonus plan in addition to the base pay range listed above.

The current schedule for this position is:

• 9/80 work schedule, every other Friday off.
• This position is designated as part-time telework and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Advanced Acoustic Concepts, LLC is committed to non-discrimination as applicable under federal and state laws.AAC is an E-Verify employer.

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