IgniteAction, a joint venture between ActioNet and Ignite has an immediate opening for a Program Business Manager serves as a strategic partner to the Program Leadership Team within the PMO, acting as the central point of coordination for all contractual, financial, HR, and quality-related matters across the Census OCISS BPA. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless collaboration between the program and the back-office functions of the Joint Venture (JV) partners. The Business Manager will oversee contract modifications, customer satisfaction metrics, CPAR assessments, recruiting coordination, and financial reporting. This individual will also lead the development and delivery of internal and external reports, forecasts, and compliance documentation. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of federal contracting, financial analysis, and program operations, and will play a key role in driving program success through operational excellence and strategic insight.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED):

• 5+ years of experience in Federal Government Contracting.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Proven ability to perform complex financial and administrative reporting.
• Experience with budget execution and expenditure tracking.
• Strong understanding of contract requirements and financial objectives.
• Proficiency in invoice processing and reconciliation.
• Familiarity with contract/subcontract management and pricing.
• Experience coordinating HR and recruiting activities.
• Ability to respond to customer and corporate reporting requests.
• Knowledge of compliance requirements for government programs.
• Experience supporting audits and ensuring program compliance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MBA or advanced degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing business operations for federal contracts.
• Expertise in accounting systems such as Deltek CostPoint.
• In-depth knowledge of FAR, DFAR, and federal contracting vehicles.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Understanding of GAAP, DCAA/DCMA requirements, CAS, and procurement regulations.
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CORE CAPABILITIES:

• Advanced and Managed IT Services
• Agile Software Development
• DevSecOps
• Cybersecurity
• Health IT

• Serve as the primary liaison between program leadership and JV back-office teams for finance, HR, contracts, and quality.
• Oversee contract modifications, funding awards, and subcontractor agreements.
• Coordinate and track customer satisfaction metrics and CPAR evaluations.
• Support HR and recruiting efforts by aligning program needs with JV HR/Recruiting POCs.
• Prepare and reconcile invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Monitor program expenditures, track budget execution, and manage funding reallocations.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and deliver monthly internal and external reports and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and federal regulations.
• Lead audit preparation and response efforts.
• Track and report on subcontractor spend and vendor payments.
• Manage blank purchase order agreements and cash transfers.