Financial Analyst

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC) in Hollister, CA, is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our finance team. The role partners with site leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy, drive performance, and support aerospace and defense programs.

The position involves analyzing monthly variances, assisting with forecasts and budgets, and conducting ad-hoc analyses. Strong Excel, GAAP knowledge, and data analytics skills are required; U.S.

Qualifications

• Strong Excel and financial modeling or data analytics skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships in a team environment.
• Bias for action.
• Intellectual curiosity and learning agility.
• Motivation for continuous improvements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in business results reporting, forecasting, and planning.
• Government accounting and GAAP knowledge preferred.
• Prior Aerospace and Defense experience a plus.
• U.S. Citizenship required per ITAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the communication of the operating company’s financial performance, plan, and targets to various levels of the organization.
• Investigating and analyzing monthly variances to the forecast, plan, prior period, and prior year as required.
• Conducting ad-hoc analysis for strategic and operational initiatives.
• Strong partnership with functional managers in accounting and finance, operations, supply chain, program management, pricing, and contracts to develop monthly forecasts and budgets.
• Learning mindset and application of RBS (Ralliant Business System) for continuous improvements.
• Bias for action to proactively identify risks and opportunities.
• Effective communication of data driven recommendations to move the business forward.

Skills

Excel

Financial modeling

Data analytics

SQL

Power BI

GAAP knowledge

Cross-functional partnership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar field

Tools

None

Job description

Hollister, CA, United StatesPacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a leader in providing energetic material solutions for the aerospace and defense industry, is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our Hollister, CA team. PacSci EMC plays a critical role in delivering mission-critical technologies that support both commercial and defense programs worldwide. As part of our finance organization, this role partners directly with site leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy, drive performance, and contribute to the success of high-impact aerospace and defense programs.Assisting in the communication of the operating company’s financial performance, plan, and targets to various levels of the organization.Investigating and analyzing monthly variances to the forecast, plan, prior period, and prior year as required.Conducting ad-hoc analysis for strategic and operational initiatives.Strong partnership with functional managers in accounting and finance, operations, supply chain, program management, pricing, and contracts to develop monthly forecasts and budgets.Learning mindset and application of RBS (Ralliant Business System) for continuous improvements.Bias for action to proactively identify risks and opportunities.Effective communication of data driven recommendations to move the business forwardQualifications:Strong Excel and financial modeling or data analytics skills.Ability to build strong relationships in a team environment.Bias for action.Intellectual curiosity and learning agility.Motivation for continuous improvements.Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsAttention to detail to ensure accuracy in business results reporting, forecasting, and planning.Government accounting and GAAP knowledge preferred.Prior Aerospace and Defense experience a plusU.S. Citizenship required per ITAR regulations.Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar field.3 - 5 years of FP&A or financial analyst experience.Key CompetenciesWillingness to Dig In: Proactive and ready to engage deeply with financial data, programs, and cross-functional challenges.Tolerance of Ambiguity: Ability to work effectively when situations are not clearly defined.Prior FP&A Experience: Previous financial planning and analysis experience is required.Data Analysis Skills: Proficiency in data analysis, ideally with SQL and Power BI, or strong systems aptitude.Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and thoroughness in reporting, forecasting, and planning.Accountability: Consistently meeting deadlines and following through on commitments.Proactivity in Business Partnership: Taking initiative in communication with program teams, factory managers, and functional leaders.Manufacturing Background Preferred: Understanding of factory operations and manufacturing processes is favored, but strong financial statement experience from other industries may be considered.#LI-AC1Ralliant Corporation OverviewRalliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.About PacSci EMCPacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation (NYSE: RAL) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC’s experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information, go to www.psemc.com. PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, US citizenship is a requirement for this position due to U.S. Government contractual requirements. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together — for each other, for our customers, and for the world. https://www.Ralliant.com/inclusion-diversity.We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or EquityThis position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.Pay RangeThe salary range for this position (in local currency) is $70,200-$130,200