Penn State University
Financial Services
ProgramFinanceManager
“Program Finance Manager at Penn State University. Skills: Budget management, Financial reporting, Forecasting, Team development. Verify financial controls. Assure approval paths”
Industry & Context.
Problem solving; Analytical skills
Ability to obtain security clearance, U.S. citizen, Pre-employment drug screen
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8+ years of relevant experience, 3+ years of supervisory experience
Nice to Have
Experience supporting Navy programs, Experience supporting DoD programs, Experience supporting IC programs, Experience supporting Government Sponsors, Experience supporting industry Sponsors, Proficient knowledge government contracting, Proficient experience government contracting, Proficient knowledge DOD industry, Proficient experience DOD industry, Completion of PSU ACES course, Eligibility for classified information access
What You'll Do.
Verify financial controls
Assure approval paths
Manage budgets for all funds
Assist in budget development
Approve financial documents
Approve financial transactions
Ensure compliance with policies
Provide advice on budget management
Provide advice on financial controls
Provide training on policies
Analyze historical trends
Analyze current trends
Forecast funding profile
Forecast base estimates
Forecast overhead spending
Forecast service centers
Prepare sponsored research funding portfolio
Oversee sponsored research funding portfolio
Complete Estimate to Complete budgets
Manage employee performance
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Multi-disciplinary teams; Team-oriented culture
Communication Scope
Verbal communication; Written communication
Process & Methodology
Manage multiple projects, Manage multiple initiatives, Manage multiple tasks, Strict deadlines
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