Finance Manager

Critical Frequency Design is an aerospace and defense communications company specializing in opto-electronics for Next Generation Communication and Sensor systems. At Critical Frequency Design, we specialize in expediting solutions from concept to qualified product so that the warfighter can be provided with tomorrow’s solutions today. Critical Frequency Design’s Microwave Photonic, Free Space Optics and Open Systems products are being brought to the market by experienced business leaders and world-renowned scientists in a creative and agile environment. The company is a rapidly growing engineering business located on the Space Coast in Melbourne, FL.

Critical Frequency Design is looking for a Finance Manager to join our team to lead program and corporate financial management for a defense contractor environment. In this role, you will own the integrity of Costpoint project setup and contract financials, indirect rate development, DCAA/DCMA audit readiness, and EVMS/WBS financial controls. This role partners closely with Accounting, Contracts, Program Management, and Cost/Price Analysts to deliver compliant, timely financials across the portfolio and to drive proposal pricing that meets FAR and CAS requirements.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Program & Project Financials

• Set up and maintain projects in Deltek Costpoint, including contracts, billing terms, funding, and project structures.
• Build and manage WBS structures that align with the Statement of Work and customer requirements.
• Support monthly financial close activities—updating forecasts, reviewing performance, monitoring budgets, and preparing revenue.
• Help implement earned value practices and integrate financial data with program schedules.

Indirects, Rates & Compliance

• Assist in developing and monitoring our indirect rate structure (Fringe, Overhead, G&A, etc.).
• Support creation of annual rate packages, forward pricing information, and the Incurred Cost Submission.
• Help ensure we remain compliant with FAR/DFARS/CAS requirements and maintain readiness for audits.

Billing & Customer Invoicing

• Prepare customer invoices in Deltek Costpoint for all contract types (Cost-Plus, T&M, Fixed Price).
• Submit invoices through systems like PIEE/WAWF and IPP, track their progress, and help resolve any issues.
• Monitor billed vs. unbilled balances, funding limits, and any retainage or withholds.
• Work with Accounts Receivable to support cash collection and reduce aging.

Costpoint & Accounting Support

• Serve as a key point of contact for how we use Costpoint across projects, contracts, billing, and reporting.
• Partner with Accounting to ensure accurate revenue, billing, and reconciliation during month-end close.
• Help maintain consistent project setup, tracking, and change control processes.

Proposals & Business Development

• Support cost proposal efforts—including labor estimates, materials, subcontractor inputs, and pricing strategy.
• Assist in preparing cost volumes and supporting customer questions, fact-finding, or negotiations.

Reporting & Analytics

• Prepare dashboards and reports for leadership highlighting funding, backlog, margins, cash flow, and program health.
• Improve and streamline reporting using tools like Costpoint BI, Cognos, or Power BI.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. This position is for a full-time exempt employee and must be able to work regular business hours.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 8–12 years in defense-contractor finance/accounting with direct Deltek Costpoint experience (Projects, Contracts, Billing, Revenue, Allocations, and T&E).
• Demonstrated ownership of customer invoicing for CP/T&M/FFP, including PIEE/WAWF and Treasury IPP submissions, invoice dispute resolution, and unbilled AR reconciliation.
• Hands-on indirect rate development and DCAA interactions (ICE model, provisional billing rates, floor checks, timekeeping controls).
• Practical EVMS and WBS experience aligned to CLIN/SLIN/IDIQ/Task Orders.
• Deep working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and CAS and how they map to policies, proposals, billing, and system design.
• Strong cost-proposal background for CPFF/CPIF/FFP/T&M; BOEs and audit support.
• Advanced Excel (Power Query, pivots, XLOOKUP), Costpoint reporting/BI; familiarity with schedule integration (MS Project/Primavera).
• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Must be a US Person and eligible to obtain a US Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA, CMA, or MBA.
• Prior small/medium/large defense-contractor experience (mix of SBIR/STTR, services, hardware/manufacturing).
• Experience with MMAS/DCMA property considerations.
• Knowledge of IPMDAR/CDRLs and funding/ceiling management.
• Experience integrating timekeeping/labor distribution and subcontractor cost controls.

Tools & Systems

• Deltek Costpoint (Projects, Contracts, Billing, Revenue, Allocations, T&E, Materials optional)
• PIEE/WAWF, Treasury IPP, DFAS interfaces
• Costpoint BI/Cognos, Power BI/Tableau
• MS Office with MS Excel (advanced), MS Project/Primavera (read/interpret schedules)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Critical Frequency Design LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age (40 and older), sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), marital status, race, national origin (including ancestry), disability, creed, religion, genetic information, HIV status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The Company is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination and all other terms conditions and privileges of employment.