Financial Analyst

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is seeking a Program Finance Analyst in San Diego (Poway), CA, with a 9/80 hybrid work schedule.

The role focuses on budgeting, cost analysis, and reporting for contracts and projects across the Aeronautical Systems affiliate. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting/finance and 6+ years of cost accounting experience, plus strong Excel and EV/EV-related tooling knowledge.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting and/or finance and six or more years of progressive professional cost accounting experience in a corporate environment.
• Demonstrates expertise in government cost accounting principles and project leadership to meet milestones.
• Experience with IPMR, CFSR, CSDR reporting is desirable; familiarity with Earned Value Management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supports program managers in planning and budgeting, tracking incurred and future spending, and expected profit margins.
• Develops performance baselines.
• Supports development of Estimates at Complete (EACs) for various contracts.
• Prepares cost and schedule reports for customers.
• Assists in establishing forecasted revenue, cost of sales, and gross margin.
• Supports program risk and opportunity management.
• Maintains project WBS and contract funding status reports.
• Performs cash flow analysis and unbilled receivable analysis.
• Collaborates with Program Management, Contracts, and Accounting to resolve issues.

Skills

Budgeting

Cost accounting

Financial analysis

MS Excel

Earned Value Management

Communication

Interpersonal

Confidentiality

Independent / teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration with emphasis in accounting/finance

6+ years progressive cost accounting experience

Tools

SAP

EVM tools (EVM forProject, Empower)

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Program Finance Analyst to join our Finance department supporting our Aeronautical Systems (ASI) affiliate. This position is in San Diego (Poway), CA and offers a 9/80 flex hybrid work schedule.

Under general supervision, within an assigned division, this position is responsible for providing budgeting, cost and hours analyses, and reporting on assigned contracts and projects. Prepares budgets, forecasts, and related reports to monitor overall financial performance and for use in annual strategic planning and budget presentations. Follows established policies, procedures, and standard practices to ensure that financial planning and cost control activities are successfully implemented and maintained.

Responds to moderately complex inquiries from employees, managers, and external parties regarding a variety of financial data, some of which contain confidential and sensitive information. Creates internal presentations and may act as a contact with outside organizations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports program managers in planning and budgeting work, tracking incurred spending, anticipated future spending, and expected profit margins
• Develops performance baselines
• Supports program managers in the development of Estimates at Complete (EACs) for a variety of contract types and company funded programs
• Prepares customer cost and schedule reports
• Assists in establishing forecasted revenue, cost of sales, gross margin
• Supports program risk & opportunity management
• Assists Program Manager with updates and maintenance of project work breakdown structure
• Prepares contract funding status reports
• Performs cash flow analysis
• Assists with unbilled accounts receivable analysis
• Works cross-functionally with Program Management, Contracts and Accounting to support successful program execution and issue resolution
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information
• Performs other duties as assigned or required

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting and/or finance and six or more years of progressive professional cost accounting experience in a corporate environment, preferably with a government contractor. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Demonstrates expertise in and application of industry and government cost accounting principles, theories, concepts, standards, and practices, as well as project leadership skills including organizing, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating work assignments to meet project milestones.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
• the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems of diverse scope and complexity
• excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present accounting and finance findings
• excellent interpersonal skills
• the ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
• the ability to represent the department or company on projects
• Experience preparing contractually required financial reports (IPMR, CFSR, CSDR, etc.) is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management techniques as part of financial management is highly desirable.
• SAP experience is desirable.
• Experience utilizing an earned value tool (e.g. EVM forProject, Empower) is desirable.
• Excellent computer skills with an emphasis on MS Excel.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 76,000 - 127,750