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Principal Program Finance Analyst

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In-Office
Cambridge, MA, USA
100K-275K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Cambridge, MA, USA
100K-275K Annually
Senior level
Leads budgeting, financial baselining, variance analysis, and performance reporting for internal investment projects. Partners with project leaders and management to establish budgets, monitor revenue, fees, cash flow, and KPIs, and communicate financial insights through project and quarterly reviews. Supports business cases, investment decisions, audits, deliverables, and special projects while applying accounting principles related to fixed assets, useful life, and depreciation.
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Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

This role establishes budget baselines, tracks, reports, and communicates progress with applicable internal leaders and project management as appropriate.  As the internal business partner, this position has the opportunity to bring financial acumen, attention to detail, and dedicated support to the teams developing the technology and infrastructure for tomorrow.   

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Leads the aggregation of internal budgets and reporting for internal investment projects, revenue, fee, cash flow, and other discretionary types.

  • Establish initial budgets and o report on the budget performance and provide thoughtful analytical support in the form of financial performance using established key performance indicators (KPIs).

  • Communicates effectively with leaders from remote locations to provide financial guidance and support.

  • Bridge concepts into executable plans and structures from the early concept to support budget establishment and to initiate baseline development activities for the purposes of measuring progress to established cost and technical expectations.

  • Supports the development of communication/messaging of financial information for PMRs and QBRs as necessary for the investment activity.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Supports the development of all required deliverables (as needed).

  • Supports ad hoc tasks, special projects, and internal and external audits as required.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities

  • Project management skills, with ability to perform analysis of variances

  • Compile and assess multiple projects compared to assigned budgets within a fiscal period

  • Proficient with Microsoft software, including strong MS Excel skills

  • Ability to present complex information to all levels of management

  • Able to analyze investment decisions and business case development

  • Excellent analytical and problem• solving abilities

  • An understanding of related accounting principles, useful life, depreciation schedules

  • Detail oriented with the ability to handle multiple priorities

  • Excellent verbal and written communication

  • Knowledge of relevant accounting principles for fixed assets.

  • Self starter that is capable of working independently and in a team environment

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant discipline required. Master's Degree Preferred

Experience

  • Requires 5+ years of related experience.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$100,000.00 - $275,000.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.  Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [email protected].

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