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Sr. Manager, Finance

Nashville, TN
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description


The Sr. Manager of Finance has responsibility for the strategic leadership and financial execution of the assigned business area. Successful attributes for this individual include:

  • Being a proven leader who is comfortable being accountable for achieving program and financial performance
  • Having a strong knowledge of the start-up and execution of new & existing programs as well as proposal development processes and deliverables
  • Routinely engaging in discussions with senior leaders across the business
  • Directly managing a staff of program finance professionals and provide mentorship and guidance to solve technical issues.
  • Working in a highly dynamic, fast paced environment and will be counted on to provide proactive, strategic input to program managers, as well as functional and executive leadership

Essential Functions:

  • Serve as Finance representative in division Senior Leadership Team
  • Advise Division Leadership on all finance-related issues affecting the Program(s) and indirect activities and maintain a collaborative environment across business functions to facilitate the realization of financial and strategic goals
  • Responsible for influencing day-to-day execution of all day to day financial activity related to Programs, Proposals, and Reviews.
  • Responsible for monthly execution of ETC update cycle including monthly financial reviews, material forecast validation, ECP financial impact analysis, and ad hoc impact analysis.
  • Responsible for support of development of the business area Annual Operating plan and Strategic Operating Plan
  • Forecasting of program financials for Orders, Sales, Operating Income, Cash and Working Capital including preparation of financial reports and briefings to leadership
  • Prepare and provide status of Program’s financial performance to senior Program and Functional Leadership
  • Manage division discretionary and investment spend and lead financial analysis of indirect cost impact on business financials
  • Lead and perform the Estimate of Completion (EAC) process and review
  • Work closely with the Sector FP&A organization to provide analysis and support for monthly and quarterly forecasts and analysis
  • Perform other duties assigned

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
  • 8+ years of experience with one or more of the following: Program Cost, Schedule & Controls, Financial Planning & Analysis, Budgets & Rates, Investment Management
  • Ability to gain secret clearance 

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Aerospace and/or DoD industry experience
  • Outstanding financial acumen blended with business partnership and leadership
  • Detail oriented mind with ability to assess macro level impacts of changes within a program.
  • Proven track record of process improvement and experience with financial systems and process change initiatives
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability foster strong working relationships with cross functional partners 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills and the ability to frame and interpret issues 

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Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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