Director of Financial Planning

About BlueForge Alliance (BFA):

BlueForge Alliance is an agile program integrator positioned to meet the demand to build capacity for the defense industrial base. We are a unifying organization converging technology, manufacturing, economics, and state and federal government to provide a forward-facing, federated umbrella with national visibility.

As a non-profit, neutral convener, BlueForge Alliance aligns strategy with execution to coordinate regional stakeholders, assess and propose high-value efforts, and rapidly establish and deploy U.S. Department of Defense investments. By streamlining competing priorities and viewpoints, we aim to increase manufacturing capacity and technology adoption, boost the number of available suppliers and diversify investment into the defense industrial base.

Position Summary:

The Director of Financial Planning will play a crucial role in overseeing the financial operations and strategy of our organization. Reporting directly to the VP Finance/Treasurer and working closely with the Executive Staff, this position requires a strategic thinker with strong financial acumen and experience in the defense contracting sector. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in financial management, compliance with government regulations, and a passion for supporting our mission-driven work. In addition to the following details, by being a BlueForger, you will be expected to uphold and exemplify our values of Belonging, Selfless Service, Integrity, Leadership, Respect, and Excellence. We uphold these values upon a backbone of humility driven by a culture of safety, vulnerability, and purpose.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Financial Strategy and Leadership:
  • Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the organization’s mission and goals.
  • Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO, CFO and Treasurer on financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Financial Management and Reporting:
  • Oversee all aspects of financial management, including Annual Operating Plan (AOP), budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting variance analytics.
• Program Planning and Control:
  • Manage the Homeroom for Program Planning and Control including process and procedures.
  • Ensure qualified personnel are available to support Program Managers. This includes training and development of PP&C staff members.
• Operational Efficiency:
  • Optimize financial operations and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Oversee the financial systems and ensure they meet the needs of the organization and comply with regulations.
• Grant and Contract Management:
  • Manage financial aspects of government contracts and grants, including budgeting, reporting, and audits.
  • Work closely with project managers to ensure financial compliance and effective use of resources.
• Team Leadership:
  • Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture that reflects BFA values, encourages collaboration and promotes professional growth.
  • Oversee recruitment, training, and development of finance staff.
• Stakeholder Communication:
  • Communicate financial information and strategies clearly and effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Represent the organization in meetings with government agencies, auditors, and other key partners.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Ensures new staff is appropriately trained and provided the resources for success.
• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
• Provides constructive feedback and timely performance evaluations.