Director Program Finance
The Director Program Finance is a key financial leader responsible for overseeing the financial management, planning, and execution of programs across Paligen Technologies' business units, particularly the Defense and Aerospace Division portfolio. This role partners closely with Program Management, Contracts, Supply Chain, Operations, and other finance team members to ensure compliance with U.S. Government regulations, drive financial performance, and provide strategic insight to leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Lead development and oversight of program financial plans, budgets, and forecasts.
Monitor program performance through risk assessments, variance analysis, and potential earned value management (EVM), if necessary.
Ensure timely and accurate Estimates at Completion (EACs) and financial reporting.
Support program execution by aligning resources with contract deliverables and cost objectives.
Compliance and Reporting
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and company financial policies.
Oversee internal and external reporting requirements, including monthly reviews and customer program reviews and reports.
Serve as primary interface with government auditors and external reviewers on program finance matters.
Maintain strong financial controls to support audit readiness and contractual compliance.
Leadership and Team Development
Build, develop, and inspire a high-performance team that acts with integrity, meets commitments, works collaboratively, drives continual improvement, and achieves goals.
Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration within the finance team.
Collaborate with internal departments, including program management, legal, finance, HR, BD, supply chain/contracts, and engineering, to develop finance strategies and ensure alignment with business objectives.
Implement and drive best practices, tools, and processes across the program finance function.
Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on program financial health and risk mitigation.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred. 10+ years of finance experience in defense/aerospace or government contracting, with at least 5 years in program finance leadership.
Proven track record managing financials for large, complex defense/aerospace programs.
Experience with EVMS, program cost control, and government proposal support.
In-depth knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and CAS.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint) and advanced Excel/financial modeling.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills with ability to influence across functions.
Preferred Qualifications
MBA or CFA certification.
Other Requirements
Travel: ~10% - 20%, possible infrequent international travel.
Work Environment: Office work environment, with occasional visits to manufacturing sites.
Background Investigation/Drug Screen/US Person: Required.