DARPA Business Financial Manager (BFM)

ECS is seeking a DARPA Business Financial Manager (BFM) to work in our Arlington, VA office. Please Note: This position is contingent upon [additional funding].

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) operates with a high degree of flexibility and agility to support high-risk, high-reward research programs.

The Business Financial Manager (BFM) plays a critical role in supporting DARPA's mission by providing comprehensive financial and administrative support to Program Managers (PMs) and the broader agency. In this role, you will be responsible for building and managing program budgets and justifications, financial tracking and analysis, supporting solicitation and acquisition materials, and overall tracking and coordination of funding forecasts-to-actuals.

What you will do:

Programmatic Support:

• Assist Program Managers (PMs) with the development and execution of their program budgets, including forecasting, tracking, and analyzing expenditures.
• Prepare and manage financial documents such as OTAs, grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements.
• Track and manage program milestones and deliverables, ensuring compliance with funding agreements.
• Monitor and report on program performance metrics, providing insights to PMs and leadership.

Financial Management:

• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts for assigned programs.
• Analyze financial data and trends, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all Federal financial regulations and agency policies.

Administrative Support:

• Manage program contracts and awards, coordinating with contracting officers and legal counsel.
• Organize and facilitate program meetings and workshops.
• Prepare correspondence and presentations for various audiences.
• Manage travel and other program expenses.

Collaboration:

• Work effectively with a diverse team of DARPA staff, including Program Managers, scientists, engineers, and administrative professionals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, including performers and grant recipients (research teams), contractors, and other government agencies.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a federal government financial management role, preferably in an R&D environment.
• Strong understanding of Federal financial regulations and accounting principles.
• Experience working with OTAs, grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements.
• Experience with financial modeling tools.
• Experience with Budgeting, PPBE, resource
• Exceptional written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills.
• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required per contract.
• Active Secret or ability to obtain.