Business and Strategy Manager IRES - SSFB with Security Clearance

Position Title: Business and Strategy Manager Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO Relocation Assistance: None available at this time Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position Clearance Type: DoD Secret Shift: Day shift Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business and Strategy Manager to lead and drive key strategic financial initiatives, long-range financial planning, and operational excellence activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in financial analysis, government contracting, and strategic planning, with a proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and deliver impactful results. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent communication and leadership skills, capable of working cross-functionally to achieve organizational goals. Description of Duties: The Business and Strategy Manager supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. Key Responsibilities:
• Strategic Financial Planning: o Develop and execute long-range strategic financial plans aligned with company objectives, considering market trends, competitive landscape, and internal capabilities.
• Financial Management & Analysis: o Lead financial planning and analysis activities, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and long-term financial modeling. o Provide insights and recommendations to senior management based on financial performance.
• Government Contract Management: o Oversee the financial and operational aspects of government contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations and maximizing profitability. Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) is critical.
• Team Leadership: o Manage and mentor a team of financial analysts and other staff. o Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Risk Management: o Identify and mitigate financial risks to business objectives, developing contingency plans and corrective actions as needed.
• Reporting & Communication: o Prepare and present regular reports on business performance, strategic initiatives, and financial results to senior management. o Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: o Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the finance organization.
• Financial Modeling & Analysis: o Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic decision-making, including scenario planning and sensitivity analysis. The successful candidate will:
• Have excellent communication (written and verbal), presentation, and interpersonal skills. o Able to present complex information clearly and concisely
• Be able to develop and execute long-range strategic financial plans aligned with organizational goals. Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position. The selected candidate may be assigned as an employee for one of our teammate companies. Basic Requirements:
• Must have 15, or more, years of progressive financial experience
• Must have 10, or more, years in government FP&A, operational finance, and proposal management.
• Must have experience leading, managing, and mentoring teams
• Must have Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required.
• Must have expert level knowledge of financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Must have extensive experience in managing and reporting cost for complex government contracts.
• Must have a strong understanding of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and related methodologies.
• Must have excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access).
• Must have experience with financial software such as COBRA, SAP, Deltek Costpoint, COGNOS, PeopleSoft, Hyperion, MPM, wInsight, SharePoint, Fieldglass, QuickBooks, AutoCAD, JAMIS, WAWF, and NetSuite.
• Must have experience with Visual Basics Automation (VBA) for automating Excel workflows.
• Must have, or obtain, an active DoD Secret Security Clearance Desired Requirements:
• Have experience working in enterprise or government IT environments.
• Be familiar with automation/scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for network and security operations.
• Have a deep understanding of financial principles, analysis, and reporting.
• Have extensive experience with government contract management, including EVMS.
• Have experience developing and executing long-range strategic financial plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Have the demonstrated ability to identify and solve complex financial and operational challenges.
• Have experience identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Have advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and VBA. This position is expected to pay $180,000 - $205,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position. This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed. Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things that you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits (401K match), employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, tax saving options, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave.