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Hitachi

Financial Planner & Analyst Manager

Santa Clara, CA · On-site +1

$114K - $143K/yr

Financial Planner & Analyst Manager Company: Hitachi America, Ltd. Division: R&D Location: Santa ... Knowledge of contracts is highly preferred. * Advance Excel skills. * Knowledge of SAP is preferred.

Hitachi

Financial Planner & Analyst Manager

Santa Clara, CA · On-site +1

$114K - $143K/yr

Financial Planner & Analyst Manager Company: Hitachi America, Ltd. Division: R&D Location: Santa ... Knowledge of contracts is highly preferred. * Advance Excel skills. * Knowledge of SAP is preferred.

Aston Carter

Financial Analyst

Irvine, CA · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

Financial Analyst (Product Financial Planning & Analysis) This contract Financial Analyst role focuses on product financial planning and analysis for a large division, providing critical support as a ...

Aston Carter

Financial Analyst

Irvine, CA · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

Financial Analyst (Product Financial Planning & Analysis) | Hybrid Schedule This contract Financial Analyst role focuses on product financial planning and analysis for a large division, providing ...

Center for Children

Chief Financial Officer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$210 - $240/hr

The role oversees financial planning and analysis, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, revenue cycle and contract financial management, treasury, audit, and financial risk management. Working closely ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract financial planner in California is $95,415.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $100,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Contract Financial Planner is a professional who provides financial planning services on a contractual or freelance basis rather than as a full-time employee. They assist clients with budgeting, investments, retirement planning, and other financial goals. These planners may work with individual clients, businesses, or financial firms on a temporary or project basis. Their flexibility allows them to take on multiple clients while delivering personalized financial strategies.

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As a Contract Financial Planner, you may work with a diverse client base, including individuals, small businesses, or even collaborating with larger financial advisory firms on a temporary basis. Projects can range from developing comprehensive financial plans and investment strategies to assisting with tax optimization, estate planning, or succession planning for business owners. The variety of assignments offers exposure to different financial situations and industries, keeping the work dynamic and fostering continuous professional growth. Effective communication and adaptability are key, as you’ll often need to quickly understand each client's unique needs and objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the contract financial planner position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Financial Planner, you need a solid grasp of financial analysis, investment strategies, and retirement planning, typically backed by a degree in finance or a related field. Proficiency with financial planning software such as eMoney, MoneyGuidePro, or Excel, and certifications like CFP (Certified Financial Planner) are highly valued. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies enable effective client engagement, accurate financial planning, and successful navigation of dynamic contract-based assignments.

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Government Contract Financial Project Manager

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

San Jose, CA • On-site

$123K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.
At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world's most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.
Whether you're designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger - technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we'll advance your career.
THE ROLE:
We are seeking an experienced Government Contract Financial Project Manager to manage the technical scope and financial management of a strategic U.S. Government contract within our organization, along with a portfolio of smaller related programs. As a large, non-traditional defense contractor operating at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, we are looking for a hands-on leader who can bridge the unique requirements of government programs with the pace and rigor of commercial semiconductor development.
THE PERSON:
This is a high-visibility role that demands exceptional cross-functional leadership. The successful candidate will monitor and align cross-functional program execution across engineering, product, operations, supply chain, and security teams to ensure programs are completed within approved budgets and comply with corporate financial planning, forecasting, accounting, and reporting requirements. Your ability to build trusted relationships across the company, and drive alignment across diverse stakeholders will be central to your success.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Serve as the financial project manager for a strategic and active U.S. Government contract, owning the program budgets, financial tracking, and adherence to the company financial policies.
  • Manage the financial accounting of additional smaller programs in parallel, balancing priorities and ensuring consistent financial tracking across multiple efforts.
  • Partner with cross-functional program teams to monitor expenditures, forecast financial performance, and track progress against approved budgets.
  • Build strong working relationships with functional leaders across engineering, product, operations, supply chain, and finance
  • Provide periodic reporting on program health according to the program target metrics
  • Develop and maintain detailed program financial plans and spend schedules
  • Partner with engineering and product development team program management to align annual operating plan (AOP) budgets with program financial plans.
  • Identify, mitigate, and escalate risks and issues in the financial performance of the programs
  • Support business development efforts, including proposal development, capture strategy, and identification of follow-on opportunities.
  • Manage subcontracts, suppliers, and partner relationships as required by the programs.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Strong financial management skills combined with technical understanding of engineering tasks and execution
  • Experience in project management, with a demonstrated track record of financial management of U.S. Government contracts (DoD, IC, or other federal agencies).
  • Experience managing programs within the commercial technology or semiconductor industry.
  • Demonstrated experience working with large, cross-functional programs in a matrixed environment, including the ability to influence, align, and drive execution across teams that do not report directly to you.
  • Experience managing multiple programs concurrently, with the ability to prioritize and shift focus across efforts of varying size and complexity.
  • Strong working knowledge of U.S. Government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS), contract types (FFP, CPFF, OTA, etc.), and compliance requirements.
  • Ability and willingness to obtain Active U.S. Government security clearance required.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate effectively from the working level up to executive leadership and government customers.
  • Experience with non-traditional defense contracting vehicles such as Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs), CRADAs, or TIA programs.
  • Familiarity with government program management best practices and integrated program management methods.
  • Experience working with semiconductor fabrication, packaging, design, or related technologies.
  • Active U.S. Government security clearance preferred.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
  • Bachelor's or Masters' degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical or business field
  • PMP certification (Project Management Professional).

LOCATION : San Jose, California US (Hybrid)
Why Join Us
Join a company redefining what it means to be a defense contractor - bringing commercial semiconductor innovation, scale, and speed to the most critical national security missions. You'll work alongside world-class engineers and program leaders on programs that matter, with the resources and agility to make a real impact.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD's "Responsible AI Policy" is available here.
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