Program Control Finance SME

Program Control Finance SME (P5)

Compensation: $70–$90/hr
Location: Hybrid - Franklin, MA

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Program Control Finance SME to support a highly visible Program Management Office (PMO). This role acts as a strategic finance partner to program leadership, providing end-to-end financial oversight across complex, large-scale programs.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in cradle-to-grave program financial management, with strong exposure to government contracting, particularly Firm Fixed Price (FFP) environments. This individual will operate autonomously, collaborating cross-functionally while delivering actionable financial insight to drive program success.

Responsibilities

• Provide cradle-to-grave financial management across program initiation, planning, execution, and sustainment
• Lead planning, forecasting, budgeting, and execution across FFP, cost-plus, and T&M contracts
• Maintain project baseline budgets and manage Estimates at Completion (EACs), identifying and escalating variances
• Partner with Program Managers to align cost, schedule, and performance, supporting Earned Value Management (EVM) processes
• Conduct scenario modeling and ad-hoc financial analysis to support portfolio-level decision-making
• Manage milestone billing and drive favorable cash flow positions across programs
• Deliver detailed financial reporting, including CLIN tracking, labor, travel, materials, and billings
• Prepare variance analyses, identifying root causes and corrective actions
• Support program reviews, customer meetings, and PMO financial inquiries
• Collaborate with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and technical stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and internal policies, supporting audits and reporting requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of progressive financial management experience supporting federal or defense programs
• Strong experience with cradle-to-grave program financial management
• Expertise in Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract execution; experience with development through sustainment preferred
• Deep understanding of EAC development and financial forecasting
• Familiarity with DoD financial and reporting requirements
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint, TM1, Microsoft Office, and SharePoint
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills