Finance Strategy & Program Analysis Manager

InvestedintheMission; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a Manager – Financial Analysis and Reporting to lead financial planning and analysis for Directed Energy programs. You will drive performance, align execution with objectives, and influence stakeholders across teams.

The role requires 5–7 years in program finance or financial analysis, ERP/EPM experience (Hyperion/Oracle), and advanced Excel skills. A defense/aerospace background is a plus and security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in program finance, financial analysis, or related finance roles.
• Experience with ERP and EPM systems; Hyperion, Oracle preferred.
• Current expertise in MS Office Suite (Advanced MS Excel preferred).
• Experience in defense, aerospace, manufacturing or government contracting environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial analysis, budgets, and forecasts.
• Perform financial analysis, research, budgets and forecasts in support of business planning.
• Reviews, analyzes, and interprets financial and budgetary reports to develop observations and preliminary recommendations.
• Serve as a key finance business partner to Program Managers, Contracts, Engineering, and Operations, ensuring financial alignment with strategic and operational goals.
• Prepares and communicates variances to management.
• Provides interpretation of financial data in spreadsheets, charts, and reports.
• Assists with monitoring headcount, FTE’s and spending to ensure budgets are met.
• Supports the month end close and prepares monthly financial reporting packages.
• Manage, mentor and guide junior analysts, fostering a high-performance and collaborative team environment.
• Performs a variety of special projects, financial presentations, and financial analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Tools

Hyperion

Oracle

MS Excel

MS Office Suite

Job description

AeroVironment is seeking a Manager – Financial Analysis and Reporting to lead financial planning and analysis for Directed Energy programs. You will drive performance, align execution with objectives, and influence stakeholders across teams.

The role requires 5–7 years in program finance or financial analysis, ERP/EPM experience (Hyperion/Oracle), and advanced Excel skills. A defense/aerospace background is a plus and security clearance may be required.