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General Dynamics Mission Systems · 2 months ago

Program Finance Specialist

Pittsfield, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$80K/yr - $85K/yr

2+ years exp

General Dynamics Mission Systems is a leading provider of high technology solutions and services in the defense and scientific arenas. The Program Finance Specialist role involves managing financial performance for contracts, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, and supporting program analysts with financial analyses.

AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Review/approve purchase requisitions for budgeted expenses up to an authorized limit and ensure that expenses are applied correctly

Prepare ad-hoc analyses to support contract and program analysts and special projects as assigned

Monitor and ensure ASC 606 Revenue Recognition and Earnings Rate Reviews are in compliance in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and GDMS policies, procedures and requirements

Analyze financial performance for assigned program(s) to identify and report on risk and funding issues

Manage program financials for contracts of medium complexity (predominately larger cost plus contracts, cost plus incentive contracts and product lines)

Engage directly with program management to understand financial performance and mitigate program and contractual risks

Qualification

Accounting degreeGovernment contracting experienceCPACMA certificationGeneral Ledger AccountingASC 606 Revenue RecognitionCost Accounting StandardsData analysisTime managementCreative thinkingTeam player

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent experience is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required

Ability to analyze data and reconcile financial accounts

In-depth knowledge of General Ledger Accounting, Rates and Compliance, and Cost Proposal functions

Knowledge of Truth In Negotiations Act, Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulation, government accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act and Revenue Recognition ASC 606

Outstanding time-management in order to meet multiple deadlines for various stakeholders

Preferred

Experience in a government contracting environment is strongly preferred

Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation is preferred

Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Highly competitive benefits

Company

General Dynamics Mission Systems

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General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1952

Fairfax, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees