Senior Program Financial Analyst

Senior Program Financial AnalystLocation: San Diego, CA, US, 92127Job Summary: The Senior Program Financial Analyst provides financial and project control support across multiple programs within the business. This role is responsible for analyzing program financial performance, supporting scheduling and forecasting activities, and partnering with program managers and cross-functional teams to help ensure strong program execution. The ideal candidate brings experience in government manufacturing, strong financial analysis capabilities, and the ability to communicate financial risks and business insights to a variety of stakeholders.

This position also plays a key role in proposal support, program planning, cost analysis, and schedule development and maintenance. Overall, the role helps drive effective program execution through strong financial oversight, planning, and cross-functional collaboration.Job Responsibilities:Review requests for proposals (RFPs) and support the development of compliant and competitive responsesSupport proposal activities, including bid/no-bid analysis, cost estimating, pricing, RFP review, risk assessment, and negotiationsAssist with preparation of Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation, budgets, estimates at completion (EAC), estimates to complete (ETC), schedules, and status reportingAnalyze actual costs, forecast revenue and profit, and perform variance analysis to support program performance managementProvide financial and business analysis support to program managers and program teamsEnsure analyses are sound, aligned with company policies, and inclusive of all appropriate costs and reasonable feesProvide guidance to teams and senior leadership on new business cost proposals, including compliance with RFP requirements, FAR, DFARS, CAS, and disclosure requirementsDevelop and maintain project schedules, monitor progress, and escalate issues as neededIdentify and apply key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and improve business performance over timeSupport pricing narratives, price strategy, risk assessments, business case analyses, and management briefingsDevelop complex program plans and conduct in-depth analysis to define program requirementsPerform detailed analytical studies, monitor trends, and interpret results to support decision-makingMentor and support the development of less experienced team members as neededThe Ideal Candidate has:Experience supporting multiple programs in a dynamic, cross functional fast-paced environmentAbility to communicate financial concepts and risks to non-financial stakeholders with strong verbal and written communication skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail, prioritize competing demands, and demonstrate a process orientated mindsetUnderstanding of financial analysis principles, forecasting, and cost reportingWorking knowledge of IR&D, B&P, Direct Sell, and allowable vs. unallowable costsExperience supporting U.S.

Department of Defense (DoD) contracts in a government manufacturing environmentFamiliarity with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), including baseline management, variance analysis, and program forecastingWorking knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and SOXStrong proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Visio, Oracle, ProPricer, and Power BI dashboard development, or other business tools development and support to enhance reporting, analysis, and decision-makingQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, plus at least five years of progressively responsible experience in a government manufacturing environment.Master's degree and/or professional certification preferred.The salary range for this position is $91,907.00/year- $131,428.00. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity.

Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.Nearest Major Market: San Diego