Financial Analyst III

AeroVironment, Inc.; Florida; Presencial; USD 81 000 - 123 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Financial Analyst III to develop and maintain program financial plans across multiple products and business areas. You will partner with Program Management, Planning, Operations, and Finance to forecast, track revenue and ensure financial execution aligned with operational activity.

The role involves complex financial analyses, variance analysis, and process improvements, with a focus on accuracy, regulatory compliance, and leadership visibility.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration or equivalent.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in program finance, FP&A, or operations finance.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with large datasets and complex models.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and enterprise data environments (e.g., Oracle).
• Experience in government contracting environment and knowledge of FAR preferred.
• Knowledge of Government Cost accounting principles and FAR preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Supports execution of program financial plans and forecasts with Program Finance, Planning, Operations, and Subcontracts.
• Acts as liaison between Finance, Planning, Operations, and Program Management for alignment.
• Monitors progress of program requirements and financial performance against plan.
• Performs variance, risk, and profit/loss analyses; prepares complex financial reports.
• Supports accrual-related analysis tracking inventory, WIP, and movements impacting reporting.
• Drives process improvements across reporting tools and data flows.
• Ensures compliance with internal procedures and government procurement regulations.

Conhecimentos

Excel expertise

ERP systems

Financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Ferramentas

Oracle ERP

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Worker TypeRegularJob DescriptionSummaryThe Financial Analyst III is responsible for the development and maintenance of program financial plans in support of multiple products and business areas. This role also supports revenue tracking, forecasting accuracy, and financial execution by partnering closely with Program Management, Planning, Operations, and Finance teams. The position operates in a dynamic environment, ensuring alignment between operational activity and financial outcomes.Position ResponsibilitiesSupports execution of program financial plans and forecasts by partnering with Program Finance, Planning, Operations, and Subcontracts to ensure alignment between operational activity and financial outcomesActs as a liaison between Finance, Planning, Operations, and Program Management to ensure alignment across teamsMonitors progress of program requirementsTracks and analyzes cost and revenue performance against plan, identifying key drivers and variancesSupports accrual-related analysis by tracking inventory, WIP, and operational movements that impact financial reportingPrepares financial analysis and reporting to support internal stakeholders and leadership visibilityEnsures compliance with internal procedures and government procurement regulationsMonitors progress of program requirementsConducts complex financial analysis (variance analysis, risk analysis, profit/loss analysis, etc.)Performs non-routine analysis and prepares non-routine financial reportsIdentifies and drives process improvements across reporting, tracking tools, and data flows to improve accuracy and efficiencyWorks on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factorsOther duties as assignedBasic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceMinimum of 5 - 8 years of relevant experienceExperience supporting financial planning, forecasting, or reporting in a program finance, operations finance, or FP&A environmentAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including ability to work with large datasets and complex modelsWorking knowledge of ERP systems and enterprise data environments (e.g., Oracle)Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentOther Qualifications & Desired CompetenciesExperience in project controls and/or financial planning in a government contracting environment is highly preferredKnowledge of Government Cost accounting principles and FAR preferredExperience working with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and operational or transactional data and understanding financial impacts of business activities preferredStrong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skillsDemonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate effectively across Finance, Planning, and Operations teamsAble to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where priorities may shift and processes may evolveDisplays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectivesTakes ownership and responsibility for current and past work productsPhysical DemandsAbility to work in an office environment (Constant)Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)Clearance LevelNo ClearanceThe salary range for this role is:$80,500 - $123,000AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.ITAR Requirement:This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.About AV:AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.ITARU.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency.