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Program Finance Manager

General Atomics and Affiliated Companies
Poway, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
Finance leader of business area supporting Product Line leaders and/or global regions. This position drives operational and programmatic financial performance and fiscal accountability within a business portfolio. Leads a team of finance professionals responsible for program planning, execution, financial forecasting, variance analysis, and risk management. Accountable for timely execution of internal and external financial deliverables.

Partners cross-functionally with senior leaders and executives in developing financial plans and ensuring operational and programmatic financial commitments are rooted in sound assumptions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Responsible for P&L and balance sheet for business area(s)
  • Provide management oversight for program cost, schedule, earned value and risk
  • Lead Program Finance, including oversight of EAC development and relevant customer deliverables
  • Provide business insight to non-finance managers
  • Responsible for FP&A financial forecast, including annual operating plan and quarterly forecasts
  • Formulate strategies with business area leaders
  • Serve as cross-functional liaison for product line and supporting functional departments
  • Provide proposal support
  • Support cash management at program and portfolio levels, including Unbilled analysis and At Risk analysis
  • Support internal and external audit responses
  • Manage staff, recruitment, and retention

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline and eleven or more years of progressively complex experience in finance/accounting. Must have experience in or government contractor environment. Equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
  • A minimum of three years of leadership
  • Must demonstrate detailed expertise of project planning, execution and forecasting
  • Experience in organizational and operational problem resolution
  • Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to interpret and explain complex financial issues
  • Experience utilizing EVMS techniques
  • Customer-focused
  • Must be able to work extended hours and travel as required

Job Category

Finance/Accounting

Experience Level

Management

Workstyle

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low

100,290

Pay Range High

183,098

Travel Percentage Required

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?

No

US Citizenship Required?

Yes

Clearance Required?

No

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