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Business Financial Manager (BFM) 

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The Columbia Group (TCG), is a technical services support company which has a successful 50+ year history of providing the United States government with financial management support services, information technology, program management, acquisition, logistics management, engineering, and design. As a full-time employee of TCG, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package to include a quality health insurance program (medical, drug, vision and dental) for you and your family, group life insurance, group short and long-term disability insurance, a 401K profit sharing retirement plan, and professional development opportunities. You will accrue 'Paid Time Off' (PTO) to be used towards vacation or sick leave, in addition to receiving eleven (11) paid federal holidays.

We are seeking a Business Financial Manager (BFM) to join our team in the Washington, DC Navy Yard area. The ideal candidate will:

  • Define client needs and develop plans/proposals/strategies for delivery of various projects.
  • Uphold compliance with FAR, DFARS, Navy, and NAVSEA financial directives, guidance and regulations.
  • Provide policy recommendations to program stakeholders and government staff, based on thorough analysis utilizing accepted theory, principles, and methods for strategic planning and financial guidelines.
  • Conduct budget analysis and development activities to include narrative, schedule, and valuation updates with each cycle using PBIS to prepare and submit budget exhibit documentation.
  • Analyze issue paper adjustments and develop issue papers as applicable to support program objectives.
  • Develop, review, and validate program requirements documentation for annual task planning processes ensuring appropriate information is provided and requirement align with budgeted program plans.
  • Develop execution reporting methods, templates, and reports with sufficient detail to support various engagements with program stakeholders.
  • Assist in the preparation of funding documents, track and analyze financial transactions, develop/maintain obligation and expenditure phasing plans.
  • Manage and assist in the execution, updating, and projecting of program financial funds and records.
  • Provide on-going support to the customer on financial reconciliation and reporting, performance to plan (P2P) monitoring, and data analysis.
  • Evaluate financial processes for standardization, reporting, and/or efficiency improvements. Provide recommendations and lead implementation of approved options.
  • Conduct analyses, report status and advise the Business Financial Manager and Program Office teams of financial risks; recommend, develop and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Participate in working groups, program forums, analytical activities, training, education, and other forums as required to accomplish contract requirements.
  • Assist in developing agendas/templates and coordinating / facilitating program financial reviews in support of mid-year or other execution reviews. Prepare documentation or presentation material to support financial reviews.
  • Maintain records of financial history and related documentation.
  • Proactively engage to ensure quality of deliverables and documents. Assure quality control throughout all contract activities. Exhibit a very high level of attention to detail.
  • Demonstrate superior Microsoft Office program skills to develop PowerPoint briefings, Word documents, Excel analytics, etc. for clients.
  • Demonstrate superior writing and presentation skills to develop products for clients.
  • Demonstrate initiative to self-start, when required, with little to no direction or guidance.
  • Demonstrate reading and understanding of official navy correspondence and instructions.
  • Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
 
Position Requirements

Required Education, Skills, and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferably in Finance or Business Management with 10 years minimum experience.
    • In some cases, educational career certifications such as DAWIA certifications will be considered in lieu of college degree in conjunction with relevant experience, may satisfy the educational qualifications for consideration or educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 10 years applicable work experience.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • US Citizenship Required.
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance Required.

Additional desired experience and skills:

  • Knowledge of the client industry (NAVSEA / SEA 21), relevant customers, business objectives, problem solving skills as well as OMN, RDTE, and OPN appropriations. SCN experience also applicable.
  • Familiarity with Navy business/financial systems such as N-ERP, COBRA, EDW, NEPS, PBIS, WeBAD, PIEE, and BPS.
  • Utilize knowledge of process improvement, strategic planning, change management, and organizational redesign in determining solutions.

 

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Position Business Financial Manager (BFM)  
Division The Columbia Group  
Req Number ACC-25-00003  
Location Washington DC – WNY  
About the Organization We are a premier federal services company with a successful history of providing the United States Military, Department of Homeland Security, Federal Aviation Administration, and other departments / agencies of the federal government. We employ hundreds of professionals, providing client-focused solutions, across all armed forces, in multiple locations throughout the United States.  
EOE Statement We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected Veteran status.  

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