FP&A Manager

Sparks Group and its client, a leading research organization, are searching for a dynamic FP&A Manger out of Washington, DC. In this role, you will manage the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for the shared services division. You’ll play a key part in ensuring the success of the organization by providing critical financial insights, tracking performance, and allocating resources effectively. Reporting to the Director of FP&A, this Manager will work closely and collaboratively with divisions across the organization.

As the Manager, FP&A, Responsibilities Include:

• Financial Analysis: Conduct detailed variance analysis to identify key financial drivers and deviations from budget. Provide actionable insights to improve financial performance.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Update and adjust budgets and forecasts in response to changes in funding, operations, or market conditions.
• Reporting: Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports to leadership on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Dashboard & KPI Development: Design and maintain financial dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track financial performance and progress.
• Cash Flow Management: Develop and monitor cash flow projections to ensure alignment with the organization’s financial objectives.
• Training & Guidance: Develop training materials and coach teams on budgeting, reporting, and financial systems to ensure best practices across the organization.
• Process Improvement: Streamline financial processes, improve forecasting accuracy, and enhance financial reporting capabilities.
• Proposal Support: Assist with pricing proposals, evaluate the financial impact of decisions, and support grant and contract budget creation.
• Month-End & Year-End Close: Oversee the completion of timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
• System Support: Provide guidance on contract setups and troubleshoot issues in Deltek Costpoint and other financial systems.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 5+ years in financial management, particularly in government contracts and large federal awards.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with financial systems such as Deltek Costpoint, Cognos, and advanced Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Contract & Revenue Knowledge: Strong understanding of federal contracts, indirect rates, and revenue recognition processes.
• Strong Communication: Ability to present complex financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.

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This job is Hybrid Remote.

Pay Range: Salary $130,000.00 to $160,000.00

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.