Business Financial Manager - BFM

Who We Are Valiant Harbor International is a CVE Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business that specializes in program, acquisition, and financial services for Government science and technology, research and development, and technological programs. Here at Valiant Harbor International we emphasize extreme focus on helping federal government agencies identify and address organizational challenges in order to tailor and integrate specific solutions to solve their most difficult problems. Success is defined by our ability to meet our customer's needs- we are a management consulting firm with a successful record of offering a wide range of professional, scientific, and technical services requiring a high degree of expertise and training. Job Description The Business Financial Manager will play a crucial role in supporting financial operations and strategic planning within ARPA-H (Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health) and other related federal government programs. This position will be responsible for providing comprehensive budget and financial management, tracking program financial progress, and ensuring compliance with federal financial regulations. The candidate will work closely with program managers, business financial managers, and various stakeholders to deliver financial oversight, including the formulation, execution, and tracking of financial spend plans. Job Responsibilities Assist in strategic planning by preparing financial and programmatic materials necessary for the development and execution of programs. Provide budget information, conduct financial analyses, track financial execution status, and ensure proper use of all funds (active, expired, and canceled). Perform funds reconciliation, data entry, and maintenance while assisting with budget submission development and forecasting. Create Purchase Requests (PRs) and verify approved funding. Review PRs for accuracy and regulatory compliance and assist in resolving any issues with the PR process. Provide training and support using ARPA-H financial tools and ensure accurate posting of obligation documentation and invoices to financial systems. Draft and coordinate incoming and outgoing PR supporting documentation. Maintain and track program financial information to ensure compliance with baseline and re-baseline analyses. Prepare cost and performance analyses and management reports, assessing the status of contracted efforts in terms of schedule, cost, and technical objectives. Forecast, track, and update commitment, obligation, and expenditure data for the office budget. Create ad hoc financial reports, collaborate with the team of business/financial managers and assist with travel expenditure tracking. Ensure accurate preparation and timely submission of RDDS (Research and Development Descriptive Summaries (RDDS)), updating spreadsheets that track financial changes and compiling program manager input. Act as the central processing hub for RDDS within the organization. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of technology portfolios, including approved programs, new initiatives, and SBIRs/STTRs for all performers. Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. 5+ years of experience in budgetary and financial management support. Experience with federal government financial regulations and processes, including ARPA budget processes. Comprehensive understanding of Purchase Request processes, PR creation, and financial reporting. Experience in program financial tracking, cost analysis, and management reporting. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other financial tools. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Exceptional communication and organizational skills. Must-Have: Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Tier-2 Public Trust Clearance In-depth knowledge of federal government budgetary and financial management processes. Experience with ARPA budgetary and requisition processes Proficiency in financial systems and tracking tools. Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance. Nice-to-Have: Familiarity with Research and Development Descriptive Summaries (RDDS) processes. Knowledge of SBIR/STTR programs. Prior experience leading a team or providing financial training to colleagues.

Created: 2024-11-06