MSM North America · 1 week ago
Sr. Manager Finance
St. Petersburg, FL, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expMSM North America is seeking a Senior Manager, Finance to lead financial planning, analysis, reporting, and compliance for government-contracted programs. This role involves financial leadership across various functions, ensuring adherence to regulations and company policies while supporting operational growth.
IndustrialIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead and manage financial activities for government contracts in compliance with FAR, DFARS, and applicable regulations
Partner with Program Management to monitor contract performance, funding, indirect rates, and cost controls
Oversee contract setup, billing, revenue recognition, and cost tracking in Deltek Costpoint
Support pricing, cost proposals, and financial inputs for new business pursuits and contract modifications
Support audits and reviews by DCAA, DCMA, and other government agencies
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes for programs and functional cost centers
Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast; identify risks, opportunities, and corrective actions
Develop financial models, scenarios, and business cases to support operational and strategic decisions
Prepare and deliver monthly financial reporting and management review materials
Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and government contracting requirements
Support month-end and year-end close activities, including review of journal entries and reconciliations
Establish, maintain, and improve internal controls over program and indirect cost accounting
Ensure consistent application of cost allocation methodologies and rate structures
Serve as the primary finance partner to Program Management, Operations, Supply Chain, and Engineering
Support cost reduction, margin improvement, and productivity initiatives
Provide financial insight into make/buy decisions, supplier costs, and operational trade-offs
Communicate financial results and risks clearly to leadership
Support compliance with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), where applicable
Coordinate and support internal, external, and government audits; prepare documentation and responses
Identify financial and compliance risks and proactively support mitigation strategies
Ensure finance processes align with contractual and regulatory requirements
Provide technical guidance, review, and oversight for finance activities and deliverables
Contribute to the development of standardized processes, tools, and best practices within the finance function
Support knowledge transfer, training, and onboarding of finance team members as the organization grows
Act as a role model for professional judgment, accountability, and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
8–12 years of progressive finance experience, including experience in a government contracting environment
Experience in Defense Contracting
Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, indirect rate structures, and government cost accounting
Solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls
Demonstrated ability to operate independently while influencing cross-functional teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
CPA, CMA, or similar professional certification
Experience supporting DCAA/DCMA audits
Familiarity with CAS-covered contracts
Hands-on experience with Deltek Costpoint (contract setup, billing, reporting, and analysis)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k Match
Company
MSM North America
MSM North America is a manufacturer and supplier of tank protection systems, radar systems, and air traffic control towers.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase