The Sr Program Financial Analyst demonstrates deep expertise in contract financial management. They lead and administer overall budget preparation/estimating and tracking expenditures against large complex contracts/programs. They are key members of the program management team and works directly with the Program Manager in defining the Contracts goals and objectives; and leads recommended actions to improve financial progress and performance. They have significant interface with the Program Manager, senior technical staff on the contract, as well as other functional organizations including Contracts, Subcontracts, Finance, Accounts Receivable, and Procurement. They will interface, provide direct analysis and or lead financial discussions with external clients such as the Contracting Officer and the Contracting Officer Representative. They oversee and manage work assignments of other Financial Analyst(s) but are not career managers of staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead the financial management of a large contract or multiple complex TDL(s) by providing cost, schedule and funding planning, reporting, monitoring and analysis support to the Program Manager. This includes developing Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and development of time-phased budgets and schedules.
- Lead contract setup in compliance with contractual terms, conditions, and requirements.
- Prepare overall Contract financial Estimates at Complete (EAC) and meet deadlines for submission requirements.
- Identify Contract risks, profit improvement opportunities and analytical analysis in working resolution with PM, Contracts, Procurement and Finance/Accounting.
- Review and assess all contract modifications. Advise the program management team of impacts as necessary.
- Monitor overall costs and manpower ensuring that actuals are within CLIN ceiling, CLIN budget and charged correctly.
- Perform analytical review and arithmetic checks of contract level cost reporting documentation.
- Prepare accurate and complete contract variance analysis and reporting.
- Monitor financial trends of multiple subcontractors and multiple tasking
- Work closely with procurement and subcontracts department to provide funding input to multiple subcontractors and vendors.
- Lead the development of Internal Program Review (IPR) presentations for management.
- Prepare financial Contract Data Requirements (CDRL) for programs. Ensure contractual requirements are met and customer financial deliverables are accurate and on time.
- Perform ad-hoc financial analysis on the contract as requested by PMO and others.
- Monitor funding status, providing reliable and timely notification of funding status by line-item detail as required.
- Represent Finance Team in leadership meetings, providing financial insight, risks, and recommendations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including process improvement/automation, dashboarding, and standardization across the FA team.
- Support account receivables as required during the billing processing. Monitor billing status and unbilled issues, working with Finance, Contracts, Accounting and PMO to resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Prepare subcontractor and vendor accruals as services/goods are received in accordance with GAAP and internal policies to ensure that the project’s cost/commitment is accurately captured and reported internally and externally.
- Ensure program revenue and profit is recorded in compliance with the EAC.
- Analyze profit risks and opportunities and advise management on the optimal path forward.
- Ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Sarbanes-Oxley, FAR and all company policies and procedures related to contract performance and financials.
Required Skills:
- Deep knowledge and functional understanding of contract types, execution methods, CAS, FAR, and Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) rules and regulations
- Ability to build relationships across functional teams and internal Business Partners.
- Deep knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and SharePoint.
- Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Possession of excellent data management, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- Possession excellent organizational, time and multitasking skills.
- Clearable, if required based on contractual requirement
- 10 years’ experience with project cost control or financial management and contract interpretation, budget development, including financial data, analysis.
- Functional knowledge of contract types and project control methods.
- High School Diploma.
Desired Skills:
- Desired Experience BA/BS in Finance, Accounting and or Business.
- Prior experience with GSA AAS/FEDSIM contracts
- Experience of international policies, expatriates, DOD allowances (housing and cost of living)
- Strong experience with multiple funding activities
US citizenship required for work under DOD contract
Application deadline: June 8, 2026
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
The proposed salary for this position is:
$98,000—$125,000 USD
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
