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Program Finance Director Philadelphia, PA (On-site / Hybrid Office Space Available) Work Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off) $175,000 – $200,000 + Paid relocation + Full premium benefits package. Must Be Clearance Eligible / No Sponsorship Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership: Act as a key partner to the General Manager with full P&L ownership of performance metrics, including orders, sales, operating income, and Free Cash Flow (FCF). Executive Communication: Develop and present business cases for investment initiatives and key financial metrics (JSP, AOP, and MFR) to executive leadership. Compliance & Governance: Ensure 100% compliance with ANSI/EIA-748 EVMS standards for projects with Government/DCMA reporting requirements. Team Development: Actively recruit, onboard, and mentor a team of program financial analysts. Establish clear performance goals and foster a culture of high employee engagement. Operational Excellence: Drive process improvements and define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure organizational success and continuous improvement. Proposal Collaboration: Partner with proposal teams to ensure future business is priced competitively while mitigating risks. Forecasting: Provide weekly analysis and status updates on key drivers affecting financial forecasts. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related analytical field. Proven track record leading and developing a team of financial professionals. Deep expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) ANSI/EIA-748 standards.Experience:* Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience (or 10 years with a Graduate Degree). Industry Knowledge: Substantial experience within the Defense/Aerospace industry program finance sector. Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint. Citizenship: US Citizenship is required. Must Be Clearance Eligible / No Sponsorship Preferred Skills Direct experience using SAP ERP systems. Advanced knowledge of ASC606 Revenue Recognition standards. Strong aptitude for problem-solving, resourcefulness, and multi-tasking under minimal supervision.