Lead Program Finance Analyst
Shield AIAutonomous Systems company
Washington, United StatesLead
Andreessen Horowitz
L3Harris
Hanwha Asset Management
U.S. Innovative Technology Fund
Washington Harbour Partners
Riot Ventures
Finance
About the role
TL;DR
Lead financial analyst for strategic programs, driving financial performance and maturing the finance organization.
- •Shield AI is seeking a highly motivated Lead Program Financial Analyst to join their Hivemind Program Finance organization.
- •This leadership role will support one of the company's largest strategic programs, influencing financial strategy and enabling informed decision-making.
- •Key Responsibilities Serve as the lead finance partner supporting a strategic program throughout its lifecycle.
- •Lead program forecasting, Estimate at Completion (EAC), financial planning, and variance analysis.
- •Develop financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools to improve program performance visibility.
- •Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement industry best practices within the Program Finance organization.
- •Mentor junior Program Finance team members and prepare executive-level reporting.
- •Requirements Active U.S. security clearance.
- •Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field. 7+ years of progressive finance experience at a U.S. government contractor in Program Finance, Project Finance, FP&A, or a related financial role.
- •Experience supporting complex government contracts and understanding contract structures.
- •Demonstrated experience leading Estimate at Completion (EAC) processes, forecasting, and financial planning.
Required skills
ExcelSQLFP&AFinancial ModelingContract ManagementRisk ManagementPower BI
Nice-to-have skills
Python
Domain expertise
aerospacedefense
Tech stack
ExcelPowerPointGitLinuxJiraConfluencePythonSQLPower BI
