Senior Director, Finance Operations

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Director, Finance Operations will provide strategic financial direction and business partnership to divisional and operational leadership, ensuring the achievement of all financial commitments. This position will lead and develop a high-performing team, drive financial accuracy and integrity, and serve as a trusted advisor to top management. The successful candidate will report to the VP, Division Finance and regularly partner with members of the Executive Management Team and others in leading change initiatives.  As such, he/she must be a self-starter, effective influencer, and have a proven track record for leading change in financial operations. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide strategic direction and proactive business support to divisional and operational leadership, ensuring the successful achievement of financial targets.
• Develop and present timely and accurate financial forecasts and reports, including Monthly Business Reviews, Three-Year Plans, and ad hoc analyses, to inform key business decisions.
• Actively participate in the hiring process, and take ownership of assigning tasks, mentoring, training, developing, and evaluating a team of financial managers and analysts.
• Champion the growth and professional development of your finance team, providing opportunities for advancement and skill enhancement.
• Collaborate effectively with other finance and functional groups to maintain the consistency and accuracy of all financial and accounting data.
• Operate in white space to identify and prioritize initiatives that strengthen end-to-end financial operations.
• Plan and lead execution of identified initiatives with a structured program management process.
• Ensure compliance, accurate reporting, and revenue recognition.
• Prepare and brief VP, Division Finance and EMT on program status and progress timelines.
• Partner with the VP, Division Finance and others to develop and manage annual budgets and prepare monthly forecast updates
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Interpret complex financial information and provide updates and information.
• Develop integrated projections, reports, and presentations.
• Identify trends and related commentary in operations and performance measures.
• Compile and develop ad hoc reporting and analysis as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance 
• A minimum of 15 years of progressive work experience in finance, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Costpoint accounting system and Cognos TM1 reporting packages
• Significant experience in the full management of a finance team, including defining roles and responsibilities, managing performance, and planning for future departmental needs.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to independently resolve complex issues in diverse and challenging situations.
• Prior experience providing strategic financial direction and business support to a line of business or operational unit.
• Solid understanding of current financial theories and practices within a dynamic and evolving environment.
• A strong background and comprehensive knowledge of Project Finance and Project Control methodologies within the context of a US Government Services business.
• Demonstrated experience and a thorough understanding of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Sound judgement and a strong understanding of financial implications, with the ability to serve as a trusted consultant to top management in long-range strategic planning.
• Proven ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• A proven track record of developing innovative solutions to highly complex challenges requiring exceptional ingenuity and creativity.
• Demonstrated ability to build and leverage formal networks with key decision-makers and serve as an articulate external spokesperson for the organization when required.
• Self-directed and highly motivated, with the decisiveness and flexibility necessary to operate successfully in a changing, rapid-growth, and hands-on environment.
• Ability to prepare ac