SMX is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Program Financial Analysis - Supervisor to join our Program Finance team. In this role, you will lead a team and administer overall budget preparation/estimating and tracking expenditures against large complex contracts and or programs. You will be a key member of the program management team and work directly with the Program Manager in defining the Contracts goals and objectives; and leads recommended actions to improve financial progress and performance. You will have significant interface with the Program Manager, senior technical staff on the contract, as well as other functional organizations including Contracts, Subcontracts, Finance, Accounts Receivable, and Procurement. You may interface, provide direct analysis and or lead financial discussions with external clients.
This position requires the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts
Application Deadline: June 15, 2026
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead TDL Project setup in compliance with contractual terms, conditions, and requirements
- Prepare and submit TDL Project financial Estimates at Complete (EAC), meeting all deadlines, and ensuring submission accuracy
- Identify project risks and profit improvement opportunities, delivering analytical solutions in collaboration with Project Management, Contracts, Procurement, and Finance/Accounting
- Monitor weekly TDL and manpower costs to ensure alignment with budgets and correct job number allocations; process cost transfers as necessary
- Conduct analytical reviews and arithmetic checks to ensure accuracy of cost reporting and documentation
- Prepare thorough TDL variance analyses and related reports
- Track TDL and subcontractor funding status, providing timely line-item detail and notifications as required
- Support accounts receivable and billing processes by reviewing TDL edit files to verify that costs billed are accurate and allowable
- Prepare subcontractor accruals in line with GAAP and internal policies, accurately capturing and reporting TDL costs and commitments
- Perform ad hoc financial analyses on TDLs as requested by the PMO or other stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, FAR, and all relevant company policies and procedures as they pertain to TDL performance and financials
- Serve as a career manager for direct reports, including timesheet approval, performance feedback, annual assessments, and staff development
- Build effective relationships across functional teams and internal business partners
- Demonstrate excellent communication, data management, problem-solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills
Required Skills & Experience
- Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts
- Demonstrated understanding of contract types, including Cost Plus (CP), Time and Materials (T&M), and Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in project cost control, financial management, and contract interpretation, with success in budget development, financial data analysis, and reconciliation of estimates versus actual expenditures
- Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, handling a high volume of work with accuracy and attention to detail
- Practical experience and deep understanding of Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) rules and guidelines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced skills in Excel, as well as strong working knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint
- Skilled in collecting and analyzing data from multiple sources to identify, research, and resolve financial issues and program risks
- Experience managing and directing the work of junior staff, including assigning tasks and providing guidance to ensure quality and timely results
- Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) required
Desired Skills & Experience
- Deltek Costpoint experience
- Experience with GSA contracts
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
Skills Required
- Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance (US citizenship required)
- Minimum 10 years experience in project cost control, financial management, and contract interpretation
- Bachelor's degree (BA or BS)
- Demonstrated understanding of contract types (Cost Plus, Time & Materials, Firm Fixed Price)
- Practical experience and deep understanding of Joint Travel Regulations (JTR)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint
- Knowledge of GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, and FAR compliance as related to program financials
- Experience managing and directing junior staff, including performance feedback and staff development
- Skilled in collecting and analyzing data from multiple sources to identify and resolve financial issues and program risks
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment
- Experience preparing EACs, variance analyses, subcontractor accruals, and supporting billing/accounts receivable
- Experience with TDL project setup, cost tracking, and cost transfers
- Experience performing analytical reviews and ensuring accuracy of cost reporting and documentation
- Practical experience interfacing with Program Managers, Contracts, Procurement, and Finance/Accounting
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a dollar‑for‑dollar match on the first 5% and immediate vesting is called out in role descriptions. Traditional and Roth options support long‑term savings.
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SMX is a global technology and advanced engineering provider specializing in Cloud Solutions, C5ISR, and Advanced Engineering / IT. Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong, or C2S Consulting Group. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, the DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts. Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face. SMX offers competitive benefits, excellent work environments, and growth opportunities for our employees while continuing to expand operations and support our communities. We have more than 25 years of rapid and consistent growth with continuous recognition as an employer-of-choice technology company. In addition, we have earned coveted industry quality and business certifications; have a strong commitment to business partnerships, ethics, compliance, and sustainability; and have a multitude of premier contracting vehicles. The combination of these attributes allows us to provide sound, repeatable business solutions yet remain flexible and agile to quickly adapt to specific customer requirements. Committed to ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction, SMX is structured around the programs and technologies we support to provide optimal and seamless operations. We have maintained a reputation for excellence, helping to assure the missions of our Department of Defense, Public Sector, Fortune 1000, and other Government and commercial customers.
