Program Finance Manager

BlackSky

. Report to the VP, FP&A and help create a new program finance function .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $135,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management, program budgeting, and variance analysis while ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls. Proficient in financial modeling and data visualization to support operational planning and decision-making.

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Financial ManagementProgram BudgetingVariance AnalysisMicrosoft Excel ModelingData Visualization Tools

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Hard Skills

Financial ManagementProgram BudgetingVariance AnalysisFinancial ModelingRevenue RecognitionEstimates at CompletionRisk AnalysisCash Flow ManagementOperational PlanningAutomation Opportunities

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationAttention to DetailProfessional Rapport BuildingTeam Performance Optimization

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelCognosSQLTableauPower BI

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPUS Security ClearanceTS/SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesGovernment ContractingSaaSSatellite IndustrySpace Technology

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CognosPMPSQLTableauTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the VP, FP&A and help create a new program finance function
Lead financial oversight for BlackSky’s customer-facing and internal technical programs
Lead development of initial program budgets and reliable Estimates at Completion (EACs) forecasts
Support annual corporate operational planning with staffing guidance and risk and opportunity analyses
Conduct monthly and quarterly budget-versus-forecast-versus-actual variance analyses and recommend corrective actions
Monitor revenue recognition, track client billing, and optimize use of funds across program deliverables
Build and maintain financial models for program profitability, portfolio performance, capital expenditures, and cash flows
Advise Program Managers on translating operational goals into fiscal targets
Liaise between FP&A, Program Management, Operations, and People on budget management, resource acquisition, and staffing recommendations
Coach staff analysts and prioritize tasks to optimize team performance
Prepare and present financial dashboards and narrative memos for leadership and stakeholders
Maintain internal financial controls and ensure expenditures follow the Fiscal Authority Matrix, GAAP, and contractual guidelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business management, or related field
A minimum of 8 years of financial management or program/project finance experience in a professional services and/or government contracting environment
Strong business acumen with top-notch verbal and written communication skills
Ability to build professional rapport with colleagues and external partners
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel modeling
Familiarity with data query/data visualization tools such as Cognos, SQL, Tableau, or Power BI
Track record of identifying automation opportunities and improving efficiency via best practice adoption
Ability to work and make decisions with a high degree of independence
Excellent attention to detail
Eligibility to obtain a US Security clearance
PMP or similar accreditation or certification is helpful but not required
Experience in the SaaS, satellite/space, or related technology industry is helpful
TS/SCI Clearance highly preferred
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State for ITAR compliance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D insurance
BlackSky pays 100% of employee-only premiums for medical, dental and vision and contributes $100/month for out-of-pocket expenses
15 days of PTO
11 Company holidays
Four Floating Holidays
One day of paid volunteerism leave per year
Parental leave
401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
Employer matching donations
Professional development
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