Job Description:

Program Financial Analyst (Hybrid/Edgewood, MD)

Location: North America, USA, Edgewood
Ref: DETECTIONNA00711
Division: Detection
Job Function: Finance

About Us

Role is to provide life-cycle accounting, analytical support and finance partnering expertise to Program Managers from pricing proposals through financial reporting of those Programs. Month end responsibilities include extracting actuals from SAP and working with the Program Manager to update the EAC, preparing the financial reporting package and loading the financial inputs into the monthly presentation package. Position requires bid and proposal support from capture to submission and through customer negotiations.

Job Description

• To provide ongoing analytical financial support to the Program Manager to facilitate the preparation of financials, to support detailed program reviews and identify key areas of risk and/or opportunity. In addition, to ensure the program financials are appropriately accounted for. This will involve:




• Attending program kickoff meeting, setting up program in SAP and generating WBS structure


• Reviewing all cost elements charged to assigned programs to gain comfort that the amounts are reasonable and accurate. Analyzing cost and rate application and ensure that projects are being accounted for properly.


• To compare program actual costs to bid / budget costs highlighting variances and propose suggestions for recovery where applicable.


• Working with Make-To-Order (MTO) and Make-To-Stock (MTS) programs and understanding the accounting treatments within the SAP system.


• To work with assigned Program Managers to document contract performance to date, monthly ETC and EAC projections and providing forecast inputs of revenue and gross margin per project.


• Preparing invoices in accordance with government contracts and FAR requirements.


• To monitor cumulative billings against contract value and highlight programs that are approaching full billings.


• Presenting financial results in the monthly programs reviews.




• Supporting the bid and proposal process by providing cost estimates and pricing. Inputting raw cost data and applying burdens to calculate prices that will be supplied to the government in response to proposal requests. Managing and verifying accuracy of the financial data in proposals. Presenting financial data during Gate review meetings.


• Create project cost accumulation methods in accordance with the contract based on an understanding of the implications of the contract and program. Understanding direct and indirect rate application for multiple contract types (FFP, CPFF and T&M) and providing guidance to the programs team regarding impacts.


• Must comply with all applicable U.S. export and security regulations.


• Other duties may be assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

The Individual

Education /Experience:

• Bachelor Degree required


• Three or more years of related experience in a project-orientated, accounting and analytical finance environment, preferably within a Government Contracting environment


• Government pricing experience desired

Knowledge/Skills:

• Results Oriented


• Analytical and self-motivated


• High level of focus and attention to detail


• Ability to multitask and accustomed to meeting deadlines


• Organized


• Excellent oral and written communication skills


• MS Office and advanced Excel skills


• Previous SAP experience is an asset

Background:

SDI is a Federal Contractor and a drug-free workplace. By submitting an application, I confirm that I understand that the Company has a right to require me to submit to a drug test prior to employment and at any time during my employment, to the extent permitted by law.

Other work requirements:

SDI is a Federal Contractor, subject to the COVID-19 vaccination guidelines set forth by the Safer Federal Workforce Taskforce. As a result, effectiveDecember 8th, all newly hired employees in the United States are required to be fully vaccinated before their state date.

Additional Agency

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 23,000 colleagues, based in 55 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers' operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

Job Board Text

Smiths Detection is a global leader in threat detection and screening technologies for aviation, ports and borders, urban security and defence. With more than 40 years of field-tested experience, we deliver the solutions needed to protect society from the threat and illegal passage of explosives, prohibited weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals and narcotics. Every minute of every day our technology and our people make the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in applying advanced technologies to markets in threat as well as contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications and engineered components. Smiths Group employs around 23,000 people in more than 50 countries.

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