What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Manager position at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)?
Description
We are seeking a Financial Manager to support multiple programs in the Power Projection Portfolio that is managed within the National Security Analysis Department (NSAD), but spans multiple sectors across APL.
As a Financial Manager within NSAD, you will ...
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
Why work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
About Us
APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.
We are seeking a Financial Manager to support multiple programs in the Power Projection Portfolio that is managed within the National Security Analysis Department (NSAD), but spans multiple sectors across APL.
You'll be joining a hardworking team of business professionals that strive to provide timely, reliable, and valuable financial analysis and business operations support and expertise to our sponsor.
As a member of our team, you will collaborate with external customers to play an active role in the overall financial success and operational efficiency of a multifaceted program management office.
As a Financial Manager within NSAD, you will ...
- Primarily be responsible for preparation, review and analysis of financial data including performing monthly updates of project plans, highlighting financial spending and staffing trends, identifying anomalies and calculating financial projections.
- Help manage all of the financial operations to successfully deliver financial data to government sponsors, program managers and executive management.
- Perform a broad range of financial operations functions, including leading all efforts related to contract support, financial administration and providing sound guidance and recommendations for best practices to leadership.
- Work on proposal type activities including collaborating with team leads to identify staff requirements, resulting in an accurate and fully compliant proposal package for submission to government sponsors.
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
- Have a Bachelor's degree in a field of Business (e.g. Business Management, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or equivalent).
- Have at least one year of relevant experience in the areas of financial and cost analysis.
- Have proven ability to be a self-starter with a high level of initiative and ability to effectively communicate with internal and external sponsors.
- Are highly motivated to work in a fast paced environment.
- Have the ability to prioritize and organize effectively.
- Are highly skilled in Microsoft Excel.
- Are detail oriented.
- Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
- Can demonstrate that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. To ensure the safety and well-being of the community, APL has established a policy requiring that all staff be vaccinated against COVID-19. All staff members must provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation by their start date.
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
- Have a Master’s degree in a field of Business (e.g. Business Management, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or equivalent).
- Have previous experience in DoD contracting environment.
- Have working knowledge of FAR and federal government pricing procedures.
- Have experience with proposal preparation and project financial reporting software.
- Have an active Secret level security clearance.
Why work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
About Us
APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.
