Finance Director- FP&A
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Job Location:
Bethesda, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 146000 - 234000
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Director to lead all financial planning analysis budgeting and forecasting activities for the FAA program in the National Aerospace Sector. This position plays a critical role in supporting senior leadership program managers and corporate finance teams by delivering accurate financial insights ensuring compliance with federal regulations and strengthening long-term financial performance.
The ideal candidate has deep experience in CAS indirect rate management program financial controls and cost accounting best practices. This is a highly visible position that requires strong leadership analytical expertise and the ability to work onsite in Bethesda MD with hybrid flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Strategy
- Lead financial planning forecasting and budgeting activities for a multi-year Cost-Plus government contract.
- Develop financial models variance analysis and reporting to support program performance and executive decision-making.
- Advise senior leadership on financial risks opportunities and strategic initiatives.
Program Support & Cost Management
- Oversee program cost structure including labor indirect rates materials and subcontractor spend.
- Manage cost pools allocations and rate development consistent with AMS and CAS requirements.
- Monitor program profitability revenue recognition and cost performance.
Compliance & Reporting
- Ensure all financial practices comply with federal regulations internal controls and audit readiness.
- Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial reports including Estimates at Completion (EACs) burn-rate analysis and budget-to-actual comparisons.
- Support audits government reporting requirements and financial submissions.
Collaboration & Communication
- Partner with Program Managers to support Integrated Program Management (IPM) and contract reporting requirements.
- Coordinate with Accounting and Contracts teams on funding contract modifications billing and procurement.
- Present financial insights and program performance updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
- 16 years of progressive FP&A or financial management experience.
- Strong background in government contracting
- Expertise in FAR DFARS CAS and government program cost structures.
- Demonstrated experience in financial modeling forecasting budgeting and variance analysis.
- US Citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
- Strong analytical skills attention to detail and experience presenting to senior leadership.
- Proficiency in financial systems (e.g. Deltek Costpoint Cognos Hyperion or similar tools).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting large federal agencies or multi-year federal contracts.
- Hands-on experience with Costpoint or similar ERP platforms.
- Prior leadership experience managing a small team or cross-functional financial processes.
- Strong understanding of program management methodologies and government acquisition lifecycle.
Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
EEO
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Accounting Software
- Forecasting
- Ellucian
- Financial Report Writing
- GAAP
- Accounting
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Modeling
- Budgeting
- Financial Management
- Financial Planning
About Company
Peraton provides innovative solutions for the most sensitive and critical programs in government today, developed and executed by scientists, engineers, and other experts.
