<p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Program Finance Manager / Director</strong> to lead financial planning, forecasting, cost management, and program financial performance across a portfolio of government and commercial programs. This individual will serve as a strategic finance partner to Program Management and business leadership, with primary responsibility for <strong>Estimate at Completion (EAC) development, forecasting, cost analysis, budgeting, and variance management</strong>.</p><p>The ideal candidate brings demonstrated <strong>DoD and government contracting experience</strong>, strong program/project cost forecasting capabilities, and proven leadership experience managing and developing finance professionals.</p><p><strong>This is a program finance role; accounting responsibilities are handled by a separate team. As a remote resource, they may want the consultant to fly in to start the project or randomly throughout the project.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead and oversee <strong>Estimate at Completion (EAC) development, maintenance, and forecasting</strong> for government and commercial programs.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and update program financial forecasts, including estimates of remaining costs and expected program outcomes.</li><li>Oversee the appropriate <strong>allocation and movement of costs across projects and contracts</strong>, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with contractual requirements.</li><li>Lead <strong>annual budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</strong> across a portfolio of programs.</li><li>Monitor actual program performance against budget, forecast, and EAC, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.</li><li>Partner closely with <strong>Program Management, Operations, Contracts, Procurement, and business leadership</strong> to understand program performance and financial drivers.</li><li>Provide financial insight and recommendations to program leaders regarding cost performance, forecast changes, resource requirements, and financial risks.</li><li>Identify unfavorable cost trends and work collaboratively with program leadership to develop and implement corrective actions.</li><li>Prepare and present program financial reporting, forecasts, and financial performance updates to senior leadership.</li><li>Support financial planning for new and existing government and commercial programs.</li><li>Ensure program financial processes and forecasts are consistent with applicable contract requirements and company policies.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately <strong>4–5 finance professionals</strong>, establishing accountability and supporting professional growth.</li><li>Partner with Accounting and other functional teams as needed while maintaining a clear focus on <strong>program finance, forecasting, and financial performance</strong>.</li></ul><p><br></p>