Job DescriptionOverview
Contingent Upon Contract AwardSOS International LLC is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee program financial operations, budgeting, cost controls, and fiscal compliance for this high-visibility federal emergency response support contract. This role ensures SOSi resources are managed responsibly, transparently, and in alignment with federal requirements and mission needs.
The Finance Manager plays a critical role in sustaining operational readiness and supporting rapid, accountable response during public health emergencies.
Essential Job Duties
- Financial Management & Oversight: Leads financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis for the program. Monitors expenditures, tracks burn rates, and ensures alignment with contract requirements and funding allocations. Prepares financial reports, dashboards, and briefings for program leadership and government stakeholders.
- Contract & Compliance Support: Ensures compliance with federal financial regulations, contract terms, and organizational policies. Supports audits, financial reviews, and documentation requirements for ASPR and other oversight bodies. Maintains accurate financial records and ensures audit-ready documentation.
- Cost Control & Resource Stewardship: Develops and implements cost-control strategies to support efficient program operations. Reviews and validates invoices, purchase requests, and subcontractor financial submissions. Identifies financial risks, variances, and opportunities for improved efficiency.
- Operational Support: Provides financial guidance during emergency activations, surge operations, and rapid deployment activities. Coordinates with logistics, operations, HR, and procurement teams to ensure financial accuracy and accountability. Supports scenario planning, resource modeling, and mission-specific cost estimates.
- Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination: Oversees financial aspects of subcontractor agreements, including budgets, deliverables, and invoicing. Ensures timely and accurate processing of vendor payments and contract modifications.
- Leadership & Administration: Supervises finance staff and ensures adherence to financial best practices. Develops financial Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), workflows, and internal controls tailored to ERSS operations. Provides strategic financial recommendations to program leadership.
QualificationsMinimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business.
- 7 years of experience in financial management, accounting, or contract finance-preferably within the federal contracting environment.
- Strong understanding of federal financial regulations, cost principles, and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Experience supporting large, complex, or fast-paced operational programs.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- May have to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Secret clearance (depending on customer).
Preferred Qualifications
- 10 years experience supporting HHS/ASPR, FEMA, DoD, or other federal emergency response programs.
- Knowledge of cost-reimbursable and time-and-materials contract structures.
- Certifications such as CPA, CGFM, CDFM, and/or PMP.
- Experience supporting deployable or emergency-response operations.
Additional InformationWork Environment- Occasional travel, including deployment to emergency sites, may be required.
- Position may require irregular hours during emergency activations.
