Bid and Project Controller

Thales Group; Orlando (FL); Híbrido; USD 63 000 - 108 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Thales Group in Orlando, FL is seeking a Bid & Project Controller to support programs with financial analysis and reporting for Finance, Bid & Program Management and Sales teams. You will handle budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and project tracking to ensure accurate financial information.

The role involves preparing financial analyses for new opportunities, maintaining baselines, and coordinating revenue recognition in line with contract terms.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent.
• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and planning.
• Experience with SAP/Primavera and Excel.

Responsabilidades

• Provide financial analysis and reporting for assigned programs.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Maintain program baselines and updates, track assumptions and variances.

Conhecimentos

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Planning

Revenue recognition

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Ferramentas

SAP

Primavera

Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Bid & Project Controller Orlando, FL (Hybrid)

Location: Orlando, United States of America

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference. When you rely on airlines to connect you in flight, you rely on Thales. In an increasingly fast paced world, we make the unpredictable, predictable by connecting and entertain passengers to make your life better. Combining a diversity of talents, we master the decisive moments that matter to passengers and airlines. Whatever it takes.

Position Summary

Thales is looking for a Bid & Project Controller (Financial Analyst) to support assigned programs and bids by providing financial analysis and reporting to Finance, Bid & Program Management and Sales teams. In this position, you will also be responsible for financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, project tracking, bid and proposal finance support, periodic reporting and other program finance activities as assigned.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Responsible for non-complex program financial reviews through planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting for assigned projects.
• Prepare financial and scenario analyses to explain financial impacts when requested.
• Work with Program Management and Bid Finance to support accurate financial information and appropriate financial processes from project setup through delivery, including identifying and tracking program scope, risks, and opportunities.
• Support Sales and Bid Management with financial analysis for new opportunities, including basic scenario analysis, and prepare required financial information for the Thales Bid Gate 0-3 process in accordance with documented procedures.
• Prepare and maintain program financial baselines, budgets, and updates, including tracking assumptions and variances.
• Develop monthly and multi-year budget (MYB) forecasts for revenue and gross margin across assigned programs.
• Review and reconcile program costs to ensure accurate recording.
• Coordinate with Program Management, Finance, and Accounts Receivable to support accurate revenue recognition in accordance with contractual terms, including billing, credits, and rebates.
• Support reviews of program contingencies, efficiency metrics, trends, and basic forward-looking analyses.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures and support internal and external audits by providing timely documentation, account reconciliations, and program estimates at completion.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting with 3+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in financial analysis, financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and planning, with knowledge of revenue and cost recognition, deferral principles, and financial statements.
• Experience with financial systems such as SAP, Primavera, or similar, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Ability to independently manage assigned activities, support Program Management and Bid Management, handle multiple projects, and adapt to a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, judgment, planning, organization, and time management, with the ability to follow established instructions and prioritize activities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform recurring assignments independently after training and seek guidance from the Team Leader for new or unfamiliar assignments.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future.

Schedule: Core Business Hours, Monday-Friday, 9/80 eligible.

Physical Environment: Typical office environment.

Travel: Travel is not currently anticipated, but if needed is expected to be less than 5% annually.

Regulatory Compliance Requirements: None.

Why Join Us?

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. Thales is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

• Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w-LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
• Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program

The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between Total Target Cash (TTC) 62,676.75 - 108,001.00 USD Annual This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs.

Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including - but not limited to - the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law. (For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please raise HR request through MyThales)

This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check.

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