Financial Analyst (Senior)

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Mojave
Posted on: November 16, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst Sr [190111] with prior government contracting experience to support the Flight Solutions business unit within Air & Space Force Solutions (ASFS) business area.Looking for a well experienced candidate to apply finance and accounting principles in the analysis and evaluation of the prior, current and future financial conditions of ongoing and projected projects, programs or operations to determine status, performance, expenditures and revenues. Develops, interprets and implements financial concepts. Gathers, analyzes, prepares and summarizes recommendations for financial plans, trended future requirements, and operating forecasts. Analyzes financial performance, including comparison of actual results against planned results, and articulates the variance analysis to Program Managers/Directors.PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual variance analysis and presentation packs to Program Directors to include Annual Operating Plan, Integrated Business Plans, and Quarterly Business Review submissions.Provide timely financial guidance and analysis to Program Managers and Directors to detect program problems early and prevent continued risk to program health.Review and analyze financial documentation such as cost performance reports, schedule status reports and contract funds status reports. Evaluates program or project status based on cost analysis and performance assessment techniques.Examine contractor internal data both to validate consistency of reports to the government and reasonableness of budgets allocated to cost accounts. May conduct fact-finding sessions, if required.Analyze assigned tasks to determine estimates of man-hours and material needed for completion. Monitors costs of tasks to prevent cost overruns. Compares cost to total budget and to milestone schedules. Monitors critical tasks regularly. Reviews and audits operating budgets periodically to analyze trends affecting budget needs.Complete and review monthly Contract Status Report (CSR) and Project Performance Review (PPR) decks for Life Cycle Management (LCM) required programs.Review and approve customer invoices in Billing tracking system, ensuring accuracy and compliance to contract.Attend production/fabrication meetings as the Finance POC and takes actionable intelligenceWorks closely with PM in developing Estimates to Complete (ETC's), providing financial advice to ensure performance in accordance with expectationsAssist in preparation and/or analysis of labor utilization and indirect reportingWhere applicable, perform general ledger account reconciliations to ensure program performance.Maintain and oversee the Flight Solutions Multi-job Allocation (MJA) setupContinually seek ways to improve existing processes to ensure service excellenceSupport month-end closing activitiesEnter forecast data into Hyperion.Support other ad hoc analysis, projects, or data requestsRequired Education, Experience, & Skills Typical Education and Experience:Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years work experience or equivalent experienceRequired Skills:Deep understanding of Deltek Costpoint ERP, and Cognos Reporting Software.Experience with Hyperion Planner, Essbase, and SmartView are preferred.Excellent command of MS Office Suite to include: MS Word, Excel (including formula creation/validation, V-Lookup, and other calculation and data mining skills), Powerpoint, Outlook.Experience in program finance/program control and government contracting for multiple contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M, FFP-LOE) with a strong focus on FFP and CPFF.Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Clearance Level - active Secret or must be able to obtain SecretPay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $78760 - $133870Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

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