Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking Entry-Level Program Financial Analysts to provide dedicated financial support to the FAA program in the National Aerospace Sector, focusing on program finance, billing, cost control, and government contracting.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and submit accurate and timely invoices for a large, multi-year government program
- Compile and maintain detailed invoice backup and documentation required by the contract
- Track invoice status, coordinate with customers on billing questions, and support collection of outstanding receivables
- Monitor subcontractor financials including funding and forecasted spend
- Review and process subcontractor invoices
- Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records for the program
- Assist in preparing weekly and monthly financial reports specific to the program
- Support forecasting and budget updates by gathering cost, labor, and funding data
- Monitor funding levels, labor charges, subcontractor costs, and other cost elements
- Help create and update Estimates at Completion (EACs) through data validation and coordination with the Program Manager
- Conduct basic variance analyses and highlight anomalies for senior financial staff
- Assist with audits, customer reviews, and internal compliance checks related to this large program
- Learn and apply government contracting standards (AMS, CAS) as part of day-to-day program activities
- Support review and validation of subcontractor invoices and funding
- Work closely with the Program Manager and other program stakeholders on all financial matters
- Coordinate with Contracts, Subcontracts, and corporate finance teams to ensure accurate financial execution
- Respond to urgent or ad hoc financial data requests as needed
- Receive hands-on mentoring from senior leadership supporting the same program
- Gain increasing responsibility over time, including exposure to key program financial processes, deeper analytical tasks, and cross-functional program support
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered
- Strong MS Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, lookups, data manipulation)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to organize financial data effectively
- Good problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and respond to short-notice requests
- US Citizenship required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
- Experience or coursework related to financial analysis, accounting, or government contracting
- Familiarity with Costpoint, Cognos, or other financial/ERP systems (helpful but not required)
- Internship experience in finance or administrative support roles
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Health savings account
- Short/long term disability
- EAP
- Parental leave
- 401(k)
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
- Company paid holidays
Company Overview
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges. It was founded in 1992, and is headquartered in Woodbridge, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.peraton.com/.