Program Finance Manager (Hybrid)

About the role

RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) is seeking a dynamic Program Finance Manager to join our Program Finance team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys collaborating across functions, driving process improvements, and supporting mission-focused R&D programs.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineering and program teams to manage the financial execution of R&D projects across internal, business-unit, and U.S. Government-funded efforts
• Provide day-to-day management of all financial aspects of program finance across multiple contracts, including EVMS, FP&A, R&O management, and training
• Analyze spending trends, project plans, and performance drivers to support informed decision making across the organization
• Present financial insights and program performance to RTRC Senior Leadership during Monthly Team Meetings; support the monthly operating reviews (MOR)
• Review and validate Government contract invoices prior to submission
• Prepare required financial reports for U.S. Government customers
• Support data collection for the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) annual submission
• Support the Long-Range Plan (LRP), Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and monthly planning and budgeting cycles
• Use the RTX operating system, CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence) to collaborate with teammates to identify and implement process and reporting enhancements, including Power BI dashboards and automated financial workflows—to improve forecast accuracy and reduce manual effort across the team
• Participate in internal and external audits and support the development of the corrective action plan
• Support key ad hoc analyses and special initiatives that advance RTRC strategic and operational goals

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field and a minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience
• Proficiency with MS Office, Office 365, and SAP
• Familiarity with relevant Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) cost principles
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to build trust, present confidently, and influence without authority
• Proven analytical skills and the ability to deliver high quality results under time constraints
• Demonstrated ability to drive results through leadership, adaptability, and self-direction
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to effectively promote teamwork
• Experience supporting large defense or aerospace programs in program finance, cost analysis, FP&A, or EV roles
• Advanced Excel skills (dynamic arrays, auditing formulas, complex data analysis)
• Experience bringing financial acumen together with technical skills (Power BI, automation, data visualization) to drive data informed decision-making, improve team efficiency and strengthen financial reporting