Financial Analyst

Ralliant; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 58,500 - 108,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus or Equity

Job summary

Ralliant is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their team in Hollister, CA. The role involves analyzing financial performance, conducting ad-hoc analysis, and assisting in budget forecasting.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3-5 years of financial analyst experience. Proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and analytical skills is required. The position also offers a competitive salary and potential bonuses as part of the compensation package.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of FP&A or financial analyst experience.
• Government accounting and GAAP knowledge preferred.
• Prior Aerospace and Defense experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in communicating financial performance and targets.
• Investigate and analyze monthly variances.
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis for strategic initiatives.
• Partner with functional managers on forecasts and budgets.

Skills

Excel skills

Financial modeling

Data analytics

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

SQL

Power BI

Job description

Pacific 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.

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.

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.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar field.
• 3 - 5 years of FP&A or financial analyst experience.

Key Competencies

• Willingness 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.

Compensation and Benefits

Bonus or Equity: This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range: The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 58500.00‑108500.00.

Is this role subject to ITAR? The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8U.S.C.1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. Ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation operating company, 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. U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to U.S. Government contractual requirements.