Lead Program Finance Analyst (R5625)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Serve as the lead finance partner supporting a strategic program throughout its lifecycle.
• Partner cross-functionally with Program Management, Engineering, Contracts, and other stakeholders to support financial execution and business decision-making.
• Lead program forecasting, Estimate at Completion (EAC), financial planning, and variance analysis while identifying risks and opportunities.
• Develop financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools that improve visibility into program performance and support data-driven decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the Hivemind Program Finance organization by standardizing processes, improving reporting, and implementing scalable financial tools.
• Introduce and implement industry best practices to improve program financial management and organizational effectiveness.
• Mentor junior Program Finance team members by providing technical guidance, coaching, and support for their professional development.
• Partner with finance leadership on strategic initiatives, process transformations, and special projects that strengthen the Program Finance function.

Job requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance. (Note: eligibility requires U.S. citizenship.)
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive finance experience at a U.S. government contractor in Program Finance, Project Finance, FP&A, or a related financial role.
• Experience supporting complex government contracts and understanding contract structures such as FFP, CPFF, T&M, and Cost Reimbursable.
• Demonstrated experience leading Estimate at Completion (EAC) processes, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience developing financial reporting solutions.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.