Who We Are:
We are R&D problem-solvers providing independent, premier services to government and industry clients; since 1947, we've worked toward the betterment of humankind, pushing the boundaries of science and technology to develop solutions.
Objectives of this Role:
- Support the division’s executive management by providing routine and ad hoc financial reports and historical financial analysis of project backlog and expenditures.
- Assist with the utilization of this data to develop accurate financial forecasts.
- Support project managers with project execution, interfacing with Division personnel, clients, and other SwRI administrations to resolve issues such as invoicing, client data requests, expedited purchases, etc.
- Technically mentor the Program Management Office (PMO) group of four professionals who support the Applied Power Division’s projects through financial tracking and contract management support.
- Oversee the Division's Government Property program which tracks project material and equipment supplied by or purchased under a government contract.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Regularly monitor SwRI status applications and personal emails to identify upcoming deadlines and any non-scheduled issues.
- Supervise preparation of monthly financial reports and ensure they are reviewed for accuracy.
- Be prepared to assist PMO personnel as necessary.
- Monitor Division backlog, promotional efforts, and contract statuses; prepare financial data for presentation to executive management.
- Monitor proposal preparation progress and status of current open proposals.
- Manage the Government Property process; monthly, quarterly, and annual reports; annual inventories; self-inspection reports; all audits.
Requirements:
- Requires a Bachelors or a Masters in Finance, Accounting, Project Management, or related with related experience
- 3-10 years: Financial management
- 3-10 years: Project management
- Must be reliable, flexible, and able to take initiative and follow through on assignments with limited supervision
- A valid/clear driver's license is required
