Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

This is a highly visible role that supports strategic decision-making by delivering accurate financial analysis and actionable insights through disciplined forecasting and robust reporting. The FP&A Specialist leads budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting at the contract, portfolio, and enterprise levels, working under the supervision of and in close coordination with the Vice President of Operations and the Senior Vice President of Accounting and Finance. This role is responsible for tracking performance against Board-approved financial metrics and ensuring forecast integrity through strong data governance, early identification of risks and trends, and well-grounded recommendations. The FP&A Specialist also owns data fidelity efforts and plays a key role in continuously improving FP&A processes, financial dashboards, and planning methodologies to strengthen financial transparency and decision support across the organization. This position also supports the Business Development Team in developing pricing proposals. This role requires strong analytical judgment, experience in government contracting financial environments, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for operational and executive decision-making. This role is eligible to be fully remote, but with preference for someone within commuting distance of Washington, DC. The annual salary range for this position is $80,000 - 90,000. The annual salary range is negotiable. At Jefferson, we are not just building a team; we are cultivating a community of exceptional individuals driven by a shared passion for innovation and excellence. Joining the Jefferson team means stepping into an environment that values collaboration, encourages creative thinking, and celebrates individual strengths. Here, you'll find a vibrant culture that fosters sharing and connectedness where careers are nurtured, exciting and meaningful work is encouraged, and continuous learning from the smartest people in the industry. Our commitment to unlocking your potential goes beyond conventional career paths, offering a dynamic and supportive space where your ideas are not just heard but valued. Join us at Jefferson, where your career becomes a journey of continuous advancement, and your talents find the platform they deserve.

Responsibilities:

Budgeting and Forecasting Lead the development of the enterprise Annual Operating Plan from the bottom-up. Partner with Portfolio Leads, Program Managers and Business Development Leads to develop contract forecasts/budgets including actual and planned staff labor hours, milestone payments, non-labor amounts, subcontractor labor, materials and other direct costs for all contract types (cost-plus, Time & Materials (T&M) and Firm Fixed Price (FFP). Partner with Mission Support Leads to develop forecasts/budgets for all operational departments including actual and planned staff, systems/subscriptions, benefits, strategic investments, travel, and all other costs associated with operating a business. Lead monthly financial reviews with Portfolio Leads, Program Managers, and Mission Support Leads. Monitor indirect rate performance throughout the year and identify early indicators of risk variance and model potential impacts. Own forecast and budget assumptions, documentation, version control, and data integrity across portfolios Validate forecast and budget inputs for accuracy, completeness, and reasonableness Provide data-driven insights to inform resourcing, investment, and operational decisions Financial Reporting and Analysis Responsible for packaging financial reports, including waterfalls, P&Ls, contract summaries, etc. For senior leadership, board meetings, and on an as-needed basis. Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for senior leadership. Perform variance analysis against budget and forecast and clearly explain drivers and trends. Monitor and assess key performance indicators such as gross profit margin, utilization rates, burn rates, etc. Develop what-if scenarios related to staffing changes, contract wins or losses, utilization shifts, and indirect cost changes. Ensure financial analysis aligns with contract terms and internal cost accounting practices. Support ad hoc financial analyses and reporting requests related to budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning. Dashboarding, Systems, and Process Improvement Maintain and enhance financial dashboards to improve visibility into company and program performance. Identify inefficiencies in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting workflows and recommend improvements. Develop and maintain standard forecasting templates, assumptions, and reporting formats. Pricing Analysis Support Develop pricing proposals and narratives for new business, change proposals, and task orders across various contract types (Fixed Price, Cost Type, T&M, IDIQ) Conduct financial analyses such as profitability models, risk assessments, and scenario planning to inform pricing strategy Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Business Development, Capture, Contracts, Finance) to gather inputs and ensure accurate cost estimates Present pricing models and analysis summaries to internal stakeholders and management Contribute to maintaining and improving cost estimation tools and procedures to ensure alignment with government and commercial standards Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. Five or more years of experience in FP&A, program control, operational finance, and/or investment banking. Three or more years working in a financial analysis role with a government contracting company including FP&A support on CPFF, T&M, and FFP contracts. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data to financial and non-financial senior-level stakeholders. Demonstrated experience using PowerBi to build and manage financial dashboards. Advanced working knowledge with Microsoft Excel and Cost Accounting Systems (JAMIS, Unanet, Costpoint). Demonstrated hands-on experience using Excel and cost accounting systems to build and maintain complex financial models and scenarios. Flexible and responsive; willing and able to roll up sleeves and dig in to solve complex problems. Preferred Qualifications Experience reporting and analysis on multiple companies and/or supporting FP&A through company integrations. Experience and/or exposure to pricing analysis at a government contracting company. Experience preparing executive-level reports and delivering executive-level presentations. #AC1

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $90,029.62 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have experience with government contracting? Are you able to obtain a government security clearance?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Financial planning: 5 years (Required)

Power BI:

2 years (Preferred) Cost accounting systems: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

Remote