Senior FP&A Manager at altarum

Help Drive Financial Strategy for Mission-Driven Impact At Altarum, we believe better health outcomes start with smarter systems, stronger partnerships, and data-driven decisions. We work alongside federal and state agencies and mission-focused organizations to improve health outcomes for communities that need it most. We are seeking a strategic and collaborative Senior Manager, FP&A to join our finance leadership team. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role will play a critical part in forecasting, budgeting, pricing strategy, and project financial management across a diverse portfolio of government contracts and mission-driven initiatives. This is an opportunity for a finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, analytical environment and enjoys partnering cross-functionally to influence business decisions, improve operational performance, and strengthen financial planning processes. If you bring deep government contracting finance experience, advanced modeling expertise, and a passion for using financial insights to support meaningful work, we’d love to hear from you. What You'll Do Financial Planning & Forecasting • Lead recurring forecasts, EAC updates, and financial planning activities across a portfolio of government contracts • Identify financial risks and opportunities and provide actionable recommendations to leadership • Drive annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting processes, including templates, reporting, and executive-ready summaries • Partner closely with project managers and division leadership to improve funding utilization, margin performance, and project financial discipline Government Contract & Pricing Support • Oversee pricing support through management of a pricing-focused Financial Analyst • Review pricing models, assumptions, and cost volumes for proposals and contract modifications • Apply government contracting expertise related to indirect rates, allowability, funded ceilings, and contract compliance • Support compliant and competitive pricing strategies across contract types including cost-reimbursable, T&M, and fixed-price contracts Systems, Reporting & Process Improvement • Utilize Deltek Costpoint (Planning module preferred) to maintain accurate plans, reconcile actuals, and improve reporting integrity • Develop and maintain audit-ready financial models, standardized templates, and forecasting tools • Identify opportunities for automation, reporting enhancements, and process optimization • Explore innovative uses of AI within FP&A to improve forecasting accuracy, pricing strategy, and margin optimization Team Leadership • Coach and develop a Financial Analyst, ensuring quality, prioritization, and cross-functional collaboration • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and analytical excellence What You Bring • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent experience) • 8+ years of progressive experience in government contract finance, pricing, and project financial management • Strong expertise in forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and executive financial reporting • Advanced Excel skills, including complex financial modeling, pivots, scenario analysis, and data manipulation • Experience with Deltek Costpoint required; Planning module experience a plus • Working knowledge of government contracting principles including indirect rates, allowability, and contract funding structures Even Better if You Bring • Experience supporting healthcare-focused government contracts (CMS, HHS, CDC, NIH, HRSA, Medicaid, public health, etc.) • Knowledge of FAR Part 31 and/or 2 CFR 200 • Experience supporting audits, negotiations, or proposal pricing activities • Familiarity with Power BI or similar analytics tools • Prior people leadership experience • CPA, CMA, or Master’s degree What Makes You Successful • Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities • Exceptional attention to detail and quality control • Ability to influence stakeholders across functions and levels • Clear, concise communication and executive storytelling with data • Process-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement • Sound judgment and adaptability in complex or ambiguous environments Why Altarum At Altarum, your work contributes directly to improving health systems and advancing equity in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, mission-driven organization where financial strategy supports meaningful social impact. If you’re looking for a leadership opportunity where your expertise can influence both organizational performance and public good, we encourage you to apply. Where You'll Work • Remote with occasional in-person collaboration days • If you’re near one of our offices (Arlington, VA; Silver Spring, MD; or Novi, MI), you’ll join us in person one day every other month (6 times per year) for a fun, purpose-driven Collaboration Day. These days are filled with creative energy, meaningful connection, and team brainstorming! • Non-local employees will join these days virtually and may be asked to join us occasionally in-person. Work Eligibility & Requirements • Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available. • All work must be performed within the continental U.S. for the duration of employment, unless required by contract. • Ability to work core hours aligned with Eastern Time, unless otherwise approved by your manager. • Remote employees must maintain a dedicated, ergonomically appropriate workspace free from distractions, with reliable internet and a mobile device that supports efficient work. Altarum is a nonprofit organization focused on improving the health of individuals with fewer financial resources and populations disenfranchised by the health care system.  We work primarily on behalf of federal and state governments to design and implement solutions that achieve measurable results.  We combine our expertise in public health and health care delivery with technology development and implementation, practice transformation, training and technical assistance, quality improvement, data analytics, and applied research and evaluation. Our innovative solutions and proven processes lead to better value and health for all.     Altarum is an equal opportunity employer that provides employment and opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.