Financial Analyst IV

General Atomics; Poway (CA); In loco; USD 100.000 - 171.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. in Poway, CA, seeks a senior cost accountant to lead budgeting, cost analysis and reporting for complex contracts.

You will prepare estimates at complete, manage cash flow and profit margins, and work with programs and contracts to ensure EVMS compliance and timely reporting. The role requires a deep understanding of government contracting cost practices, IPMR reporting familiarity, and strong Excel/SAP skills.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in business administration with emphasis in accounting/finance; 10+ years cost accounting experience preferred.
• Deep knowledge of cost accounting principles and government contracting practices.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience with IPMR/CFSR/CSDR reporting is desirable.
• Proficiency in Excel; SAP and EVM tools are advantages.

Mansioni

• Support program managers in planning, budgeting, and tracking spending and profits.
• Develop performance baselines and estimates at complete for contracts.
• Prepare customer cost and schedule reports and support EVMS-based analyses.
• Collaborate with PM, Contracts, and Accounting to resolve issues.
• Maintain project WBS and funding status reporting; assist unbilled receivables analysis.

Conoscenze

Budgets

Cost analysis

EVMS

Financial reporting

Excel

IPMR reporting

Communication

Confidentiality

Project leadership

SAP

Formazione

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

Strumenti

SAP

Empower

Descrizione del lavoro

58171BR

Job Summary:

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.

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for providing budgeting, cost and hours analyses, and reporting on assigned contracts and projects. Prepares budgets, forecasts, and related reports for specified profit and cost centers to monitor overall financial performance and for use in annual strategic planning and budget presentations to financial and operating management. 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 with integrated master schedules.

• Support program managers in the development of Estimates at Complete (EACs) for a variety of contract types and company funded programs. Challenge program ETC assessments for validity.

• Works cross-functionally with Program Management, Contracts and Accounting to support successful program execution and issue resolution.

• Conducts financial analysis and reporting of cost and schedule performance utilizing Earned Value Management System (EVMS) techniques.

• Provide International Offset/Industrial Cooperation financial support

• Prepares customer cost and schedule reports

• Supports program risk & opportunity management.

• Assist 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

• Assists in establishing profit center revenue, cost of sales, gross margin

• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information

• Preforms 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 ten 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 a detailed and extensive 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 to influence and guide across the business on finance matters

• 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) highly desirable.

• Familiarity with Earned Value Management techniques as part of financial management is highly desirable.

• SAP experience desirable.

• Experience utilizing an earned value tool (EVM for Project, Empower) is desirable.

• Excellent computer skills with an emphasis on Excel skills. Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential.

Job Category:

Finance/Accounting

Experience Level:

Senior (8+ years)

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low:

99,500

Pay Range High:

170,750

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

No

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.