26522BR
Job Title:
Senior Manager, Corporate Reporting and Indirect
Location:
MD - Rockville
Job Description:
Westat is an employee-owned corporation providing research services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. Westat's research, technical, and administrative staff of more than 2,000 is located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC.
Westat is committed to building a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equity for all. We believe that our greatest strength draws on the different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and experiences of our employees.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager, Corporate Reporting and Indirect specializing in financial reporting, indirect cost tracking, assessment, and analysis to join our team as a key player in supporting Westat’s FP&A Team. You will bring a deep understanding of financial management principles, government regulations, and a proven record of successfully overseeing corporate reporting functions and indirect costs management within the context of government contracts.
This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement. Please note Westat's core hours are 10am-3pm et.
Job Responsibilities:
Under the oversight of the FP&A Associate VP, oversee corporate, sector, practice, and support departments reporting and analysis functions.
Collaborate with sector, practice and department heads and indirect project managers to develop annual budgets aligned with organizational goals.
Provide financial forecasting to anticipate and address potential challenges related to indirect costs. Analyze trends, assess potential risks, and identify opportunities for financial improvement.
Conduct detailed variance analysis, providing explanations for budgetary deviations and recommending corrective actions.
Prepare comprehensive financial reports detailing indirect costs for internal and external stakeholders.
Develop and implement strategies to optimize indirect cost structures while ensuring compliance with FAR and CAS.
Provide insightful financial analysis to support decision-making processes.
Identify opportunities for process improvement in indirect cost management.
Use models to simulate different financial scenarios and assess their impact on the organization's financial health.
Communicate financial insights and trends to non-financial stakeholders in a clear and understandable manner.
Other corporate reporting functions as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Typically requires a bachelor's degree and at least 12 years of experience including experience in Government Contracting Finance; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with Deltek Costpoint and TM1 or similar forecasting tools.
Demonstrated experience with Excel for data manipulation and analysis such as pivot tables, lookups, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced technical knowledge of financial concepts, including modeling, financial planning and analysis, budget formulation and execution, financial analysis, and general business operations.
Advanced experience analyzing financial data and providing financial guidance and alternatives/recommendations to internal customers.
Minimum Qualifications:
Demonstrated communication skills.
Collaboration with teams, managers and/or clients.
Organization skills, including time management ability.
Detail oriented.
Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Vacation Leave (20 days per year)
Sick Leave (15 days per year)
Holiday Leave (7 government holidays and 2 floating holidays)
Professional Development
Health Advocate
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Accident Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Life and AD&D Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law.
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Job ID:
26522BR
Career Area:
Administrative
Pay Range:
The anticipated salary range for this role is 140k-160k and will be commensurate with experience.
Bonus Eligibility:
Yes.