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Financial Planning & Forecasting • Lead recurring forecasts, EAC updates, and financial planning activities across a portfolio of government contracts • Identify financial risks and opportunities and provide actionable recommendations to leadership • Drive annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting processes, including templates, reporting, and executive-ready summaries • Partner closely with project managers and division leadership to improve funding utilization, margin performance, and project financial discipline Government Contract & Pricing Support • Oversee pricing support through management of a pricing-focused Financial Analyst • Review pricing models, assumptions, and cost volumes for proposals and contract modifications • Apply government contracting expertise related to indirect rates, allowability, funded ceilings, and contract compliance • Support compliant and competitive pricing strategies across contract types including cost-reimbursable, T&M, and fixed-price contracts Systems, Reporting & Process Improvement • Utilize Deltek Costpoint (Planning module preferred) to maintain accurate plans, reconcile actuals, and improve reporting integrity • Develop and maintain audit-ready financial models, standardized templates, and forecasting tools • Identify opportunities for automation, reporting enhancements, and process optimization • Explore innovative uses of AI within FP&A to improve forecasting accuracy, pricing strategy, and margin optimization Team Leadership • Coach and develop a Financial Analyst, ensuring quality, prioritization, and cross-functional collaboration • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and analytical excellence
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent experience) • 8+ years of progressive experience in government contract finance, pricing, and project financial management • Strong expertise in forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and executive financial reporting • Advanced Excel skills, including complex financial modeling, pivots, scenario analysis, and data manipulation • Experience with Deltek Costpoint required ; Planning module experience a plus • Working knowledge of government contracting principles including indirect rates, allowability, and contract funding structures
• Experience supporting healthcare-focused government contracts (CMS, HHS, CDC, NIH, HRSA, Medicaid, public health, etc.) • Knowledge of FAR Part 31 and/or 2 CFR 200 • Experience supporting audits, negotiations, or proposal pricing activities • Familiarity with Power BI or similar analytics tools • Prior people leadership experience • CPA, CMA, or Master’s degree
• Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities • Exceptional attention to detail and quality control • Ability to influence stakeholders across functions and levels • Clear, concise communication and executive storytelling with data • Process-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement • Sound judgment and adaptability in complex or ambiguous environments
At Altarum, your work contributes directly to improving health systems and advancing equity in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, mission-driven organization where financial strategy supports meaningful social impact. If you’re looking for a leadership opportunity where your expertise can influence both organizational performance and public good, we encourage you to apply.
• Remote with occasional in-person collaboration days • If you’re near one of our offices (Arlington, VA; Silver Spring, MD; or Novi, MI), you’ll join us in person one day every other month ( 6 times per year ) for a fun, purpose-driven Collaboration Day. These days are filled with creative energy, meaningful connection, and team brainstorming! • Non-local employees will join these days virtually and may be asked to join us occasionally in-person.
• Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available. • All work must be performed within the continental U.S. for the duration of employment, unless required by contract. • Ability to work core hours aligned with Eastern Time, unless otherwise approved by your manager. • Remote employees must maintain a dedicated, ergonomically appropriate workspace free from distractions, with reliable internet and a mobile device that supports efficient work.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent experience) • 8+ years of progressive experience in government contract finance, pricing, and project financial management • Strong expertise in forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and executive financial reporting • Advanced Excel skills, including complex financial modeling, pivots, scenario analysis, and data manipulation • Experience with Deltek Costpoint required ; Planning module experience a plus • Working knowledge of government contracting principles including indirect rates, allowability, and contract funding structures
• Experience supporting healthcare-focused government contracts (CMS, HHS, CDC, NIH, HRSA, Medicaid, public health, etc.) • Knowledge of FAR Part 31 and/or 2 CFR 200 • Experience supporting audits, negotiations, or proposal pricing activities • Familiarity with Power BI or similar analytics tools • Prior people leadership experience • CPA, CMA, or Master’s degree
• Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities • Exceptional attention to detail and quality control • Ability to influence stakeholders across functions and levels • Clear, concise communication and executive storytelling with data • Process-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement • Sound judgment and adaptability in complex or ambiguous environments
At Altarum, your work contributes directly to improving health systems and advancing equity in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, mission-driven organization where financial strategy supports meaningful social impact. If you’re looking for a leadership opportunity where your expertise can influence both organizational performance and public good, we encourage you to apply.
• Remote with occasional in-person collaboration days • If you’re near one of our offices (Arlington, VA; Silver Spring, MD; or Novi, MI), you’ll join us in person one day every other month ( 6 times per year ) for a fun, purpose-driven Collaboration Day. These days are filled with creative energy, meaningful connection, and team brainstorming! • Non-local employees will join these days virtually and may be asked to join us occasionally in-person.
• Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available. • All work must be performed within the continental U.S. for the duration of employment, unless required by contract. • Ability to work core hours aligned with Eastern Time, unless otherwise approved by your manager. • Remote employees must maintain a dedicated, ergonomically appropriate workspace free from distractions, with reliable internet and a mobile device that supports efficient work.
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