Senior Financial Manager SME- DoD Space Programs

We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Financial Manager SME to join our team at Los Angeles Air Force Base (LAFB). This position requires an active Secret clearance, with the ability to upgrade to TS/SCI. You will serve as an integrator, providing expert guidance and support for Department of Defense (DoD) financial management, particularly in space programs. This role demands a strong background in financial management systems, reporting, and operational support within a defense-focused environment

WORKSITE: Los Angeles Air Force Base

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday

COMPENSATION: $72.00 -$78.00 per hour

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Paid sick leave based on state regulations after 90 days of employment
• Medical, dental, and vision are offered after a waiting period (60% paid by Fortuna)
• Free TeleMedicine and Mental Health for all employees and their families
• Additional volunteer options such as Group Life Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Care, Short Term Disability

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Provide expert-level financial management guidance and solutions in compliance with DoD standards.
• Act as a liaison and integrator for complex financial management operations.
• Support and enhance space program financial assignments, particularly within AFSPC and SSC programs.
• Oversee and manage workflows within financial management software, including CCAR, FM Suite, and WAWF.
• Develop and deliver reports using Microsoft Office tools for data analysis and presentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize financial performance and reporting accuracy.
• Ensure all financial processes align with DoD regulations and policies.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Education:

• Master's degree in a related field, such as Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Statistics, is required.
• Applicants without a master's degree must have an additional 4 years or more of relevant experience.

Experience:

• 12+ years of directly applicable experience in DoD Financial Management.
• 10+ years of experience with duties and assignments specifically supporting space programs (AFSPC or SSC experience is a plus).
• 8+ years of experience with CCAR.
• 3+ years of experience with FM Suite and WAWF.
• 5+ years of experience with MS Office.

Fortuna operates as a staffing agency that sources, screens and presents potential candidates for employment opportunities on behalf of our clients.

Fortuna was founded in 2012 by practicing professionals with more than 50 combined years of experience. Our headquarters is in McClellan, California with offices in Los Angeles and New York, and satellite offices in the Philippines and Israel. Fortuna is an active member of multiple California service agreements, including the CMAS, ITMSA (Tier 2), and CalPERS SpringFed Pool, as well as multiple municipalities and large corporation vendor pools

Career Site: www.gofortuna.com.