Senior FP&A Analyst – Programs

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. We are seeking a Senior FP&A Analyst – Program to join our Finance team as the dedicated partner to Program Management. In this role, you will serve as the primary finance point of contact for revenue-generating contracts, owning financial visibility into contract performance and supporting execution against cost, schedule, and margin objectives. You will play a key role in connecting program execution with financial outcomes–translating contract structures and operational progress into clear forecasts, tracking performance against financial targets, and enabling informed decision-making across program leadership. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working cross-functionally, bringing structure to complex environments, and driving accountability and clarity at the contract level in a fast-paced, evolving organization. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Own financial tracking and analysis for revenue-generating contracts, including FFP, T&M, and % complete structures - Develop and maintain contract-level financial models, including revenue, cost, and gross margin forecasts - Build and manage EACs (Estimate at Completion) and ETCs (Estimate to Complete) across programs - Partner closely with Program Managers to understand execution status, risks, and key milestones - Analyze gross margin performance, identifying key drivers such as labor utilization, material costs, scope changes, and rate variances - Translate contract performance into bottoms-up revenue and margin forecasts aligned with company FP&A processes - Collaborate with Accounting on revenue recognition (including % complete), accruals, and month-end close alignment - Partner with Contracts and Growth teams on contract structure, modifications, and financial implications of scope changes - Prepare and deliver reporting and variance analysis that synthesizes financial and operational data into actionable insights - Identify risks and opportunities across programs and proactively recommend actions to improve financial performance - Build scalable processes, dashboards, and tools to improve visibility into contract performance and margin REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - 5+ years of experience in FP&A, program finance, project finance, or related analytical roles - Strong financial modeling and analytical skills with high attention to detail - Experience working with or supporting contract-based revenue (e.g., FFP, T&M, % complete) - Proven ability to partner with cross-functional stakeholders and influence decision-making with data - Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into clear insights - Comfortable operating in fast-paced environments with evolving priorities and multiple workstreams - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Experience with government contracts, defense, or aerospace programs - Familiarity with revenue recognition principles (ASC 606), especially % complete / cost-to-cost methods - Experience with COGS and gross margin modeling at a program or contract level - Experience at a manufacturing company - Exposure to ERP and financial planning systems (e.g., NetSuite, Foundry, or similar) - Experience building financial processes or reporting frameworks from the ground up BENEFITS: - Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services - Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents - Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care - Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents - Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays - Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents - Competitive Salary: Indu