Program Finance Analyst

L3Harris Technologies; Enfield; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Enfield, NS is seeking a Program Finance Analyst to set up and monitor project budgets, track funding approvals, and provide visibility into planning and costs within a project management environment.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Business Administration (Accounting or PM), 5–7 years in a similar role, advanced Excel, MS Project, SAP (asset), and bilingual French and English. Eligibility for security clearances may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Business Administration - Accounting profile or Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Set up and track project budgets, and communicate funding approvals.
• Monitor project performance against budget and schedule; help with corrective actions.
• Assist Program Manager with scope changes and risk management.
• Prepare monthly financial analyses and performance reports.
• Provide financial information to customers and coordinate with contracts and accounting.
• Collaborate with contracts, subcontracts, Program management and general accounting.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Teamwork

Bilingual French English

Operational discipline

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (Accounting or PM)

Tools

MS Project

SAP

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Program Finance Analyst

Job Location: Enfield, NS

Job Code: 44737

Job Schedule: Day Shift

Compensation Range: Between $57,500 - $107,500 CDN annually

About your next challenge as a Specialist, Program Finance:

Under the supervision of the Manager Program Finance, you will be responsible for setting up and monitoring projects to provide the necessary visibility in terms of planning, accounting and project costs control in a Project Management environment.

Essential Functions:

• Participate in set up and tracking of project budget, as well as communicating work authorizations upon project funding approval.
• Conduct periodic monitoring such as assessing overall performance of the project according to principles of Project Management, analyzing discrepancies between the budget and schedule and participating in the preparation of corrective actions.
• Assist the Program Manager with scope changes and risk management.
• Prepare various performance reports and carry out appropriate monthly financial analysis.
• Participate in the development of solutions and decision-making with the Project Manager.
• Assist with the preparation of the financial information for the customer.
• Actively engage with various departments including contracts, subcontracts, Program management, general accounting and other.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Business Administration - Accounting profile or Project Management
• Specialization or Any equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• 5 to 7 years of experience in a similar position.
• Experience with a project management software (such as MS Project, an asset).
• Experience with SAP (an asset).
• Advanced proficiency in Excel is essential (pivot tables, advanced formulas).
• Attention to detail, teamwork, analytical skills, and business acumen are sought-after competencies.
• Ability to thrive in a results-driven environment requiring accountability and autonomy.
• Bilingual French and English (written and spoken).

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance;
• Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

This job is for an existing vacancy

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.