Senior Analyst of Program Finance, Saronic

• The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of government contracting, cost structures, and financial reporting in a manufacturing or defense environment
• 3-7+ years of experience in program finance, government contracting, or related finance roles
• Strong understanding of government contracts (FAR, DFARS, CAS) and DCAA compliance
• Experience with cost estimating, EAC (Estimate at Completion) analysis, and revenue forecasting
• Proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
• Ability to analyze complex data and provide clear, actionable insights
• Manufacturing or defense industry experience preferred

• Reports To: Manager, Financial Analysis
• We are seeking a Program Finance Sr. Analyst to provide financial oversight and analysis for our government contracts and programs
• This role will be responsible for tracking program financial performance, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and supporting pricing, cost analysis, and revenue forecasting
• This role will work closely with program managers, contracts, and finance leadership to drive financial discipline and decision-making
• Monitor program budgets, actual costs, and revenue recognition, ensuring financial performance aligns with expectations
• Provide variance analysis on labor, materials, and overhead costs, identifying risks and opportunities
• Develop forecasting models for program revenue, expenses, and cash flow
• Support program managers with financial insights to optimize performance and profitability
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA audit requirements
• Support cost estimating, pricing, and rate development for proposals and contract modifications
• Assist in cost-plus, fixed-price, and T&M contract analysis, ensuring accurate financial reporting
• Work with accounting to ensure accurate program revenue recognition and billing compliance
• Prepare monthly program financial reports, tracking key performance metrics and contract burn rates
• Develop dashboards and presentations for executive and program leadership
• Conduct financial risk assessments to support business decisions and contract negotiations
• Partner with contracts, operations, and supply chain to ensure financial alignment on programs
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial reporting and program cost visibility
• This role is an opportunity to own and drive the financial performance of critical programs while working at the intersection of finance, contracts, and operations
• Support ERP and financial system enhancements to improve program financial tracking

Total funding: $830m

Unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) are vehicles which operate at the surface of the water without a crew and can be used in oceanography and environmental monitoring, as well as for cargo transport or military applications. Saronic is a company developing USVs to have enhanced awareness and improved survivability, to be employed in maritime security.