Financial Manager Jobs

As a Financial Manager at QinetiQ US, you will oversee day-to-day client relationships, manage contract performance, and drive the growth of various projects. Your leadership will help shape a growing team while ensuring effective budget execution and strategic financial planning.

Qualified candidates for the Financial Manager role at QinetiQ US should have prior financial management experience, a working knowledge of SLA compliance, and an understanding of GAO regulations. Additionally, an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required for applicants.

A successful Financial Manager at QinetiQ US should exhibit strong leadership and communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to foster teamwork and collaboration. Being detail-oriented and proficient in financial tools is also crucial for navigating the financial complexities involved.

At QinetiQ US, the environment for a Financial Manager is diverse and inclusive, encouraging authenticity and valuing each team member's contribution. You will have the opportunity to work on complex challenges with a team that blends different perspectives and expertise.

Having a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is crucial for the Financial Manager position at QinetiQ US due to the sensitive nature of the work involved in defense and security. This clearance ensures that you are eligible to handle classified information which is integral to the safety and security operations.

Highlight specific roles you've held where you've managed budgets, overseen financial operations, or led teams. Discuss the impact of your work and how it helped your previous companies achieve their goals.

Share your methods for tracking expenses, forecasting financial needs, and ensuring compliance with budgetary limits. Provide examples of how you've successfully managed financial resources in past roles.

Discuss your process for analyzing financial data, setting long-term financial goals, and developing actionable plans. Mention tools or frameworks you prefer and provide examples of successful planning in previous positions.

Explain your knowledge of Service Level Agreements, emphasizing your experience in ensuring compliance through regular performance monitoring, reporting, and metrics assessment.

Talk about the resources you utilize, such as seminars, professional groups, or online courses, to ensure that you stay updated on GAO regulations and apply them effectively in your financial management work.

Mention specific financial tools that you are familiar with, such as Cognos, Excel, or other financial software. Discuss how these tools have aided your financial management processes in the past.

Describe your approach to identifying the root causes of the shortfall, collaborating with various departments to find solutions, and implementing corrective measures to get back on track.

Share the processes you have implemented for cross-verifying data, conducting audits, and involving team members in the review process to safeguard accuracy in financial reports.

Provide a detailed account of a financial project you led, emphasizing your role in budgeting, planning, and executing the project, as well as how it benefited your organization.

Discuss skills such as analytical thinking, attention to detail, strong communication abilities, and team leadership. Provide specific examples of how these skills have helped you in your financial management roles.