Program Finance Manager, Advanced Effects

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$129,000–$171,000 / yr
Posted
35 days ago
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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

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TL;DR · Program Finance Manager, Advanced Effects

Program Finance Manager, Advanced Effects joins the Air Dominance & Strike division to provide end-to-end financial leadership for a portfolio of government contracts within the Advanced Effects business line. This role focuses on missile programs transitioning from development into production. The manager will oversee program financial performance, lead EAC and forecast governance, manage risk and opportunity tracking, and drive monthly FP&A forecasting processes. Key responsibilities include analyzing unit economics such as margin and COGS, managing inventory impacts, and developing scalable tools for high-growth environments. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in DoD contract finance, manufacturing production finance, and EVM performance management. Required skills include advanced Excel modeling, ERP systems, and knowledge of FAR/DFARS concepts. This role solves the challenge of scaling financial processes and ensuring predictable outcomes for complex hardware programs in a rapidly growing defense technology sector.

What you'll do

  • Manage end-to-end financial performance for a portfolio of government contracts from award through closeout.
  • Lead EAC and forecast governance by establishing standards, performing variance analysis, and tracking risks.
  • Partner with Program Management and Contracts on CLIN structure, funding, billing, and reporting.
  • Drive production and unit-economics insights including margin analysis, COGS, and inventory impacts.
  • Develop annual operating plans and long-range plans to align program outlooks with leadership commitments.
  • Manage Earned Value Management (EVM) performance by interpreting variances and preparing content for audits.
  • Build scalable financial processes, models, and tools to support rapid growth in program volume.
  • Hire, mentor, and manage a team of analysts while setting standards for analytical quality.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • 6-10+ years of experience in DoD/government contract finance or program finance for large, complex programs.
  • Demonstrated ownership of EAC development and forecasting including risk identification and corrective actions.
  • Working knowledge of government contracting fundamentals such as FAR/DFARS concepts.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing or production finance including COGS, inventory, and unit economics.
  • Advanced Excel modeling skills and a strong orientation toward ERP systems and reporting tools.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional workstreams with Program, Engineering, Ops, and Contracts stakeholders.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

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