Draper · 8 hours ago
Principal Program Finance Analyst
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $275K/yr
10+ years expDraper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA, tackling important national challenges. The Principal Program Finance Analyst will drive transformation and compliance in Earned Value Management and Program Controls, designing and implementing core procedures to enhance program analysis and deliverables.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Creating and instilling clearly defined procedures and artifacts that fully adhere to the 32 EVMS guidelines
Ensuring fully compliant and robust baselining of new programs that include: Proper scope decomposition, Strategic and compliant IMS, Proper earned value techniques, Properly budgeted PMB and MR, Compliant non-labor classification
Ensuring best practice in execution of Earned Value Management, including: Fully compliant BCR process, Robust and consistent methods for DECM validation and compliance, Instilling proper QBD process and methodology, Establishing robust analytical tools, metrics, and processes to inform strategic decision making by the program team, Compliant risk management, Instilling standard and consistent program logs (corrective actions, CBB, estimated actuals, etc), Fully compliant VAR process, Fully compliant CDRL submissions
Leading the Program Controls Council
Cross-functional collaboration to continue the cultural instilment of 'best of class' program execution
Mentorship and guidance to PFAs, PMs, and CAMs for solving complex problems
Consultation to the Director of Program Finance
Leadership and guidance for internal and external audit
Qualification
Required
Experience leading teams in Earned Value Management, internal and external reporting requirements
Experience with program level financial management, program controls, budgeting, forecasts, and monthly performance reporting
Detail-oriented with the ability to ensure tasks are completed on time and accurately
Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability
Proficient with Microsoft Excel
Understands continuous improvement and supports the business as required
Experience working with many levels in an organization, and is comfortable independently leading very complex financial and program controls projects
Experience with Deltek solutions
Has a strong working knowledge industry regulations (FAR/DFARS)
Ability to balance priorities in a dynamic, matrixed environment
Self-starter that is capable of working independently and in a team environment
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
10 years of experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry
Preferred
Prior use or experience with COBRA, Open Plan, PM Compass & Acumen Risk
MBA preferred
Benefits
Workplace flexibility
Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga
Health and finance workshops
Off site social events
Discounts to local museums and cultural activities
Company
Draper
We Engineer Solutions for the Nation’s Toughest Problems As an independent nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper provides engineering services directly to government, industry, and academia.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jerry Wohletz
President and Chief Executive Officer
Brenan McCarragher
Chief Technology Officer
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