Business Financial Manager (BFM) - DARPA, TS/SCI

About the role

Blue Sky Innovators is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Business Financial Manager (BFM) to provide support to The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA).

Core Responsibilities

• Master Financial Management: Provide end-to-end financial management support, ensuring the seamless flow of our R&D programs.
• Leverage DAI Expertise: Become the go-to expert for the Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI) financial system, using it to meticulously manage program funds, process transactions, and generate insightful reports.
• Drive Procurement: Spearhead the initiation, processing, and tracking of Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs) and other procurement actions. Your keen eye for detail will be essential in preparing and reviewing DD Form 448 and all associated documentation.
• Support RDT&E Contracting: Play a pivotal role in the development of acquisition strategies and documentation for Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) contracts. This includes lending your expertise to Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs) and Other Transaction (OT) agreements.
• Ensure Budgetary Control: Diligently monitor program budgets, track expenditures, and provide regular, comprehensive financial status reports to program managers and office leadership.
• Provide Programmatic Support: Be the backbone of the Portfolio, offering general administrative and programmatic support, including coordinating meetings, preparing high-impact briefings, and managing all essential documentation.

Qualifications for Success

• An active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in a financial management role within the DoW or a related government agency.
• Demonstrated mastery of the Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI) financial system.
• A deep and thorough understanding of the Military Interdepartmental Purchase Request (MIPR) process and the creation of purchase requisitions.
• Proven experience with DoW RDT&E contracting processes and funding mechanisms.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, with a particular emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint.

Desired Attributes

• Previous experience in a SETA or advisory capacity, supporting a government Program Manager, especially at DARPA.
• A strong familiarity with DARPA's organizational structure and its mission to make pivotal investments in breakthrough technologies for national security.
• Experience with financial modeling and analysis, enabling you to provide deeper insights and strategic recommendations.
• A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, demonstrating your commitment to excellence in project management.

Benefits

The salary range for the position is $120,000 - $200,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.blueskyinnovators.com as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please email us at careers@blueskyinnovators.com and provide your name and contact information. Please note: this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.

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