Serco

Program Finance Analyst

Serco$75K — $90K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • Minimum of 2 years professional experience in finance
  • Knowledge of government contracting & accounting principles
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Willingness to travel up to 10%

Responsibilities

  • Provide financial planning and analysis support to Program Managers
  • Support accounts receivable and billing processes
  • Monitor billing status and resolve unbilled issues
  • Prepare subcontractor and vendor accruals per GAAP/IFRS
  • Participate in monthly program and financial reviews
  • Ensure compliance with accounting principles and corporate policies
  • Facilitate financial inputs for project setups and revenue recognition

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer matching funds
  • Flexible vacation and sick leave benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Optional coverages including pet and home insurance
  • Parental leave benefits
  • Employee Assistance Plan
Full Job Description
Position Description & Qualifications

Serco is seeking a Program Finance Analyst to join our dynamic fast-paced team to handle full life-cycle program finances. This role calls for a well-rounded ambitious self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Key attributes we are seeking for this role is the ability to multitask and prioritize deliverables, strong Excel acumen, familiar with financial systems and data warehouses, excellent communication skills, and a desire to learn program finances across various contract types. The selected individual will consistently demonstrate high levels of technical and professional intelligence and quickly assimilate new information. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic and a drive to influence positive change.

As a Financial Analyst you will be responsible for conducting routine financial analysis supporting multiple projects (e.g. EACs and Customer Deliverables) and ad hoc reporting as required. You will be familiar with a variety of the field`s concepts, practices, and procedures, relyingon experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

This position will be a hybrid work schedule out of our San Diego, CA, Chesapeake, VA or Charleston, SC office - may consider full time teleworking dependent on selected candidate

In this role, you will:
  • Provide cost, schedule and funding planning, reporting, monitoring and analysis support to Program Managers including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and development of time-phased budgets/EACs and schedules.
  • Support accounts receivable as required during the billing processing, to include invoice backup when required.
  • Monitor billing status and unbilled issues, working with Contracts, Accounting and PMO to resolve issues in a timely manner.
  • Oversee preparation of subcontractor and vendor accruals as services/goods are received in accordance with GAAP/IFRS and internal policies to ensure that the project's cost/commitment is accurately captured and reported internally and externally.
  • Support the monthly business rhythms of both the program and finance organizations, including participating in and supporting meetings and program reviews.
  • Administer formal aspects of program control in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, corporate policies, and government regulations.
  • Complete finance inputs for project set up and revenue recognition in compliance with contractual terms, conditions and requirements.
  • Liaison between operations and other administrative support organizations on financial issues.
  • Interfaces with subcontractors, vendors, and customers as required.


To be successful in this role you will have:
  • U.S Citizenship required
  • A Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 2 years of professional experience in a related field
  • Knowledge of general and corporate business practices, government contracting regulations and principles, and accounting and finance principles
  • Advanced Proficiency in MS Excel
  • Demonstrated ability to work as part of a collaborative team with a focus on high professional standards, strong follow-up and successful project execution
  • Ability to travel up to 10%

Additional desired experience and skills:
  • Preferred knowledge of FAR/DFAR, DCAA compliance and audits
  • Versed in various contract vehicles, i.e., CPAF, CPFF, LOE, FPLOE, FFP, T&M, IDIQs, etc.

If you are interested in supporting and working with passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance-so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.Benefits - Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
  • 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
  • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
  • Employee Assistance Plan


To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [redacted].

About Serco

Serco Group plc is a British company providing public services. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. The company has four divisions: Health, Justice and Immigration, Transport, and Defence, and operates across the UK and Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. Serco primarily provides public services to governments, including the operation of prisons and hospitals, defence and aerospace services, and transport services. The company also provides IT and consultancy services to the public sector. Serco has been involved in a number of controversies, including allegations of overcharging the UK government and mismanagement of contracts.
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50,000 employees
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Founded
1988

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