Title:  Manager, Program Finance-NDLS

Job Title: Manager, Program Finance  

Job Code: 34582

Job Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off 

L3Harris is seeking an experienced Program Finance Manager to lead a high‑performing finance team within a key business area. This role is a strategic partner to the Business Area Director, responsible for driving financial performance, shaping strategy, and fostering a culture where people and processes continually improve.

You will oversee all aspects of program financial management — from P&L performance to forecasting, EVMS, and pricing — while developing a strong, engaged finance organization. The ideal candidate brings leadership maturity, critical thinking, and the ability to collaborate effectively across Program Management, Operations, and Engineering.

Essential Functions:

• Partner with the Business Area Director to drive financial strategy and deliver performance across orders, sales, operating income, and cash
• Translate financial insights into clear recommendations that influence senior leaders and cross‑functional stakeholders
• Ensure compliance and accuracy of time‑phased budgets, schedules, and Earned Value (EV) reporting
• Provide weekly analysis of performance drivers and forecast impacts
• Lead talent development efforts: set clear goals, create accountability, and build an engaged, high‑performing team
• Allocate talent and resources to support current business needs and improvement initiatives
• Champion continuous improvement and streamline processes aligned to business objectives
• Establish and track KPIs to monitor performance and drive operational excellence
• Partner with proposal teams to ensure accurate pricing and proactive management of risks and opportunities
• Communicate expectations and ensure consistent application of company policies
• Manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment with strong attention to detail

Basic Qualifications:

• Requires comprehensive level knowledge of job area. May have in-depth knowledge of project management.
• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to adapt financial processes to evolving regulations and business conditions
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Proven leadership experience in finance within the defense industry, including oversight of complex programs and strategic financial initiatives
• Experience with SAP
• Familiarity with COBRA and other EVMS toolsets
• Knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition
• Advanced Excel skills