Senior Specialist, Program Finance

Job Title: Sr Spec, Program Finance

Job Code:

19547

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO, Melbourne, FL OR Rochester, NY

Job Description:

The Space Defense Systems area has an opening for a Sr. Specialist, Program Finance to support a cost-plus program in Colorado Springs, CO. The candidate will be responsible for the execution of program finance processes and deliverables; inclusive of: budgeting, EVMS, CDRL preparation, internal financial metrics reporting, and partnership with program management. The individual will work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations and significantly diverse assignments. This is an onsite position.

Essential Functions:

Maintain the financial plan for assigned programs, including performing earned-value analysis and preparing customer reports.

Financial cost controls and program controls support (change management, risk management, cost/schedule integration, etc)

Serve as the financial expert for programs, alerting management to potential issues, identifying risks, and proposing solutions

Prepare accurate and complete variance analyses with explanations and corrective actions.

Collaborate with Program Management, FP&A, Accounting, functional support departments, and customers as the primary source of all financial information for all assigned programs.

Prepare monthly forecasts for Orders, Sales, Operating Income, Cash, and Working Capital, and as required, develop proposals for new work in the portfolio

Support internal and external audits; actively participate in process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Proficient financial modeling in Microsoft Excel.

Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills; be self-directed, proactive, and possess good communication skills.

Must be able to work in a team environment.

Familiarity with government contracting.

Familiarity with EVM tools and principles; EV certification is a plus.

Experience with Deltek Cobra, Peoplesoft, ProPricer and Hyperion is a plus.

Highly organized, able to prioritize workload, and meet strict deadlines.

Proficient in Cobra.

Strong Understanding of Earned Value Management concepts, tools and principles.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $75,000 - $139,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.