Financial/Business Operations Manager

Amentum - Mountain View, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Mountain View, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Financial/Business Operations Manager at Amentum is a pivotal role that supports the business and contract management function at Moffett Airfield, CA. The successful candidate will report directly to the Program Business Operations Director and will assist the Program Manager with a variety of responsibilities that include achieving sales, EBIT, and cash goals, conducting financial analysis, managing billing processes, and aiding in proposal development and pricing strategies. This position is integral to the cost control processes, government funds management, program financial reporting, and ensuring timely month-end closing activities. In this role, the Financial/Business Operations Manager will collaborate closely with the Business Operations Director to maintain programs that facilitate continuous monitoring and monthly reporting of all program costs. The individual will participate in and/or conduct accounting operations, contract management, reporting, negotiation, and administration, ensuring that all contract executions align with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. The role also involves preparing bids and contractual reports, compiling and analyzing contract data, and maintaining historical information to support future decision-making. The position requires the development and application of advanced financial concepts, techniques, and standards, as well as the creation of new applications and techniques based on professional principles and theories. The successful candidate will be expected to devise solutions to complex problems that require a high degree of ingenuity, creativity, and innovation. The challenges faced in this role are often unique, and the solutions developed may set precedents for future decisions. The Financial/Business Operations Manager will work under consultative direction towards long-range goals and objectives, often initiating assignments independently and operating in a self-supervisory capacity. Decisions made in this role will significantly impact the financial, contractual, employee, or public relations posture of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Support the business and contract management function in Moffett Airfield, CA.
• Assist the Program Manager with sales, EBIT, cash goals, financial analysis, and billing.
• Aid in proposal development and pricing strategies.
• Manage cost control processes and government funds management.
• Prepare program financial reports and ensure timely month-end closing activities.
• Conduct accounting operations, contract management, and reporting.
• Negotiate and administer contracts in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Prepare bids and contractual reports, compiling and analyzing contract data.
• Maintain historical information for future decision-making.
• Develop and apply advanced financial concepts and techniques.
• Create solutions to complex problems requiring ingenuity and creativity.
• Review project costs and expenditures, reporting variances.
• Execute cost tracking and reconciliations, preparing special reports as required.
• Provide timely and accurate support for project planning and monitoring.
• Complete contract deliverables and review billing details for accuracy.
• Perform necessary cost transfers and resolve billing issues.
• Liaise with other departments to understand company needs.
• Contribute to the development of policies and procedures related to billing.
• Assist with tracking key performance indicators related to billing.
• Populate and submit project setup forms and produce project reference guides.
• Help ensure timely completion of month-end accrual processes.
• Monitor contract performance in relation to proposal baselines.
• Organize data for proposals, contract status reports, and budgets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited university.
• Strong understanding of MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Five (5) years or more of professional experience in financial operations or business management.
• One (1) year of business analyst and/or financial analyst experience preferred.
• Understanding of Government CR, T&M, FFP, IDIQ contracts, and FAR regulations.
• Familiarity with Deltek Costpoint, Cognos, Hyperion, and other ERP systems is a plus.
• Excellent oral, written, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work extended periods on a computer.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with government contracting and compliance regulations.
• Knowledge of advanced financial analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $104K - $131K per year.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Health insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.