Program Finance Analyst 3

Draper

USonsite$82k-$220k/yrPosted Jul 21, 2026
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Skills

excel

About the role

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

The Program Finance Analyst 3 supports finance for program(s). The Program Analyst ensures financial acumen, accuracy, and dedicated support to execute significant contracts in support of national defense. Provides Program Performance Support and Reporting for Program Managers, Control Account Managers (CAMs), and Schedulers to meet program objectives and ensure tasks are completed on schedule and within budget utilizing Earned Value or related processes.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

Provides timely and accurate metrics on schedule and cost performance utilizing Earned Value or related processes

Supports all baseline development activities and development of charge numbers and WBS as applicable

Provides updates/changes as required, for programs with and without Earned Value requirements, in applicable tools (ERP or Cobra).

Provides analysis and reports on the performance variances to budget and assist with recovery plans as needed.

Analyzes and reports risks & Opportunities to the baseline cost, schedule, and the EAC.

Ensures timely maintenance of the Project-Activity Structure (Charge Numbers).

Provides timely completion of the Estimate at Complete (EAC) process, processing time-phased estimate to complete updates, and EAC package support for Program Financial Planning and Reporting.

Develops and Monitors the program level time-phased plan to support an overall program level view of revenue for forecast, budget, and 5-year planning processes.

Provides the financial data inputs, analysis, and applicable variance narrative for Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and Quarterly Business -Reviews (QBRs)

Provides timely invoicing and collection of customer receivables

Reviews and communicates the status of program financials, including the status on funding, and disposition of funding that is subject to cancellation.

Performs other duties as assigned

Skills/Abilities

Able to use EVMS principles in daily operations with proven expertise

Knowledge of program financial controls with DoD programs

Knowledge of relevant federal acquisition regulations and standards such as CAS/FAR/DFARS

Knowledge of different contract types (FFP, FPIF, CPFF, CPIF, T&M)

Knowledge of relevant accounting subject matters, including revenue recognition

Ability to present complex information to all levels of management

Excellent verbal and written communication

Proficient with Microsoft software applications

Strong Excel skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability

Ability to multi-task and is detail oriented

Ability to ensure tasks are completed on time and accurate

Self-starter that is capable of working independently

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance or relevant discipline, Master's Degree preferred

Experience

3-5 years of Analyst or related experience

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$82,300.00 - $220,000.00

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Compensation

This Finance role pays $82k-$220k/yr. Within typical range for finance roles in United States.

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