Financial Manager - LRSD Building Program

Are you a financial leader who thrives on managing complex capital projects and ensuring financial accountability?

Do you want to use your expertise to help shape the future of one of the nation's premier research institutions?

If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Financial Manager - LRSD Building Program in the Business, Construction, and Facilities Department (BCFD) at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL).

BCFD is a dynamic department responsible for critical services that support APL's infrastructure, including facilities design and construction, maintenance, planning, and logistics. This role will directly support the Laboratory Revitalization and Strategic Development (LRSD) building program-a transformative portfolio of 13 construction projects totaling over $900 million in funding. Your financial expertise will help ensure the success of this program, advancing APL's physical infrastructure and national mission.

As the Financial Manager - LRSD Building Program, you will...

• Provide Primary Financial Oversight and lead full lifecycle financial management for capital building projects to include classified spaces.
• Analyze financial data, develop spend curves, and deliver accurate estimates at completion (EAC).
• Build and manage Work Breakdown Structures (WBS); lead all aspects of charging guidance and allocations for project managers and contractors.
• Review and validate invoices for compliance and accuracy.
• Identify financial risks and trends; recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare and present quarterly financial reports for the LRSD program to the CFO.
• Act as a subject matter expert on capitalization policies per GAAP and DCAA standards.
• Provide guidance to collaborators across APL.
• Serve as the liaise between construction teams and internal groups (e.g., IT, occupants).
• Translate construction needs into actionable business support.
• Develop custom financial reports in response to evolving internal and external needs.
• Thrive in a dynamic, mission-driven environment where priorities shift quickly and multiple high-impact projects run concurrently

You meet our minimum qualifications if you...

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Possess at least 7 years of financial management experience in a large or complex organization.
• Have strong analytical skills with the ability to model and forecast financial data.
• Are experienced in presenting financial insights to senior leadership.
• Understand capital financial policies and GAAP compliance.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups.

You'll go above and beyond if you...

• Hold a Master's degree (MBA or similar) in a relevant discipline.
• Are experienced with PMWeb, APL Business Applications, or comparable financial/project management systems.
• Understand financial structures within construction project or facilities organizations.
• Are proficient in developing financial reports and data visualizations using tools such as Tableau, Power BI dashboards, or similar platforms to clearly communicate insights and support strategic decision-making.
• Have managed finances for large, multi-project construction portfolios in a mission-driven or research-based environment.

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.