Finance Manager

RTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world’s most critical problems with technical and science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world’s most challenging problems.

About The Role

The Office of Finance is seeking a Finance Manager to provide direct supervision and coaching for a group of project financial analysts/Billers, as well as oversee multiple complex projects independently. This role is responsible for proactively guiding and supporting project financial analysis by providing high-level analytical expertise, leading a team of analysts, and developing strong customer relationships.

Responsibilities

Management

• Lead a high-performing team by fostering knowledge sharing and continued growth of multiple direct reports, including:
  • Promote accountability and autonomy, empowering staff to provide proactive financial analysis, make decisions, and offer creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Cultivate a culture of respect and inclusivity.
  • Ongoing individual goal development, feedback, and training opportunities to build financial capabilities.
  • Effective recruitment, onboarding, and retention as necessary.
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities and industry best practices.
• Lead and/or participate in special projects, including implementation of new financial policies, procedures, and systems to improve or enhance financial management and operating efficiencies.

Financial Analysis

• Perform project financial analysis, including profitability analysis, cost forecasting, variance, and fee deviation analysis.
• Conduct project reviews, including review of actual costs for proper charging and accuracy, review invoices, and support processing payment approvals.
• Ensure all projects are reviewed monthly and communicate a summary of the financial condition to project leaders.
• Provide effective guidance to project leaders and team management regarding potential changes in the statement of work requiring revised budgets.
• Prepare monthly progress reports, including project forecasts and resource projections for clients.
• Support preparation of continuation applications/carry-over fund budgets; prepare add-on budgets.
• Review initial project authorizations and project setup for accuracy; review/solicit guidance for understanding relevant terms and conditions applicable to the contract.

Technical Skills

• Ability to translate complex data/ideas into RTI-level insights.
• Proficient with financial models; ability to manage ambiguity in business modeling.
• Awareness of insights based on global trend identification and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other data analysis/visualization tools.

Communication

• Ability to present reporting, forecasts, etc., to business leaders confidently and professionally.
• Ability to translate data appropriately, using storytelling and strong visuals to articulate messages.
• High-level negotiation and persuasion skills; influence without authority.
• Seeks and provides feedback with a passion for continuous improvement.

People/Process/Leadership Skills

• Independently proficient at business navigation, understanding interdependencies, and knowing when to engage others.
• Able to effectively prioritize workload, self-manage, and complete tasks to best meet stakeholders’ needs.
• Leadership within the team; seeks out challenging opportunities, identifies and implements process improvement opportunities with little oversight, and develops others.
• Assists with recruiting and onboarding strong talent.
• Strong representative on cross-institute initiatives, demonstrating problem-solving, collaboration, and innovation capabilities.
• Understands the relationship between technology and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Finance with 8+ years of relevant experience (or Master’s +6). Other undergraduate degrees will be considered with related work experience.
• Knowledge of government contracting is a plus.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

Pay

The anticipated pay range for this role is $122,000–$151,000. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer, including established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with merit-based annual increases.
• Bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• Comprehensive insurance plans (health, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability).
• Access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan.
• Paid parental leave for all parents.
• Financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments.
• Financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities.
• Employee assistance program.
• Numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance.